Cooley partner Sean Brownridge, chair of the firm’s activism defense group discussed with Ron Orol on The Deal’s podcast, Activist Investing Today, the growing role of artificial intelligence in shareholder activism. He highlighted how activists are increasingly evaluating companies through the lens of AI adoption, cost optimization, growth potential and board oversight, while also examining how AI-related opportunities and risks may influence future campaigns and short seller activity. Brownridge noted that companies that can effectively articulate and execute their AI strategy may be better positioned as investors increasingly distinguish between AI leaders and laggards. 

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