IMPACT OF TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCEMENTS ON TRADE IN RELATION TO THE LAW IN KENYA

Abstract

Technology refers to the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in the industry field. Over the years, there has been a surge in the technological field with the invention of new machinery and equipment. This development has in turn brought about adverse effects to the lifestyle of man, with most activities meant to be carried out by man being handled by machines. It has to be noted however that with this kind of improvement on man’s standard and ways of living, there has also been a tremendous impact on the law at large. With new mechanisms being put in place to improve the livelihood of man, there has been a need also to come up with laws and policies that would ensure such advantages are not violated and are in the scope of the general public interest. For instance, policies and guidelines would be a good starting point to ensuring that such advancements are legal. The Internet is the major advancement that has changed the ways of man overtime. Since the invention of the first computers to the introduction of mobile phones, there has been a major boost in the performance of man especially in the work related field. Most programs are being run by the use of software and don’t necessarily need the physical presence of an individual in a given location. A good example would be during the Covid 19 breakout, most activities have been left to the internet to carry out such as learning, trade, religious activities. This has in turn called for the law to step up and put in place mechanisms that would ensure such activities are in check and don’t pose a threat to the well-being of individuals. This paper would attempt to address issues arising from such developments on trade and how the law has been affected. It would also try to establish possible means through which technology can be further improved to best suit the needs of man and the possible resolution to man’s problems through the comparison of different mechanisms put in place in different countries