WASHINGTON, D.C. (CelebrityAccess) — The U.S. Copyright Office has released the first part of a report on legal and policy issues related to copyright and artificial intelligence, focusing on the topic of digital reproduction.
The first part of the report comes amid a proliferation of films, images or recordings that falsely depict individuals or imitate their unique artistic contributions or even style.
Noting deficiencies in the existing legal framework, the Copyright Office recommends that Congress enact a new law to protect all individuals from the unauthorized distribution of digital copies and provides some suggestions on the elements that should be included in the enactment of such a law.
“I am pleased to begin sharing the results of our comprehensive study of artificial intelligence and copyright and to deliver the first set of recommendations to Congress. It is clear that the distribution of unauthorized digital copies poses a serious threat not only to the entertainment and political spheres but also to ordinary citizens. Serious threat. We believe effective protective measures are urgently needed across the country to prevent potential damage to reputations and livelihoods. “We look forward to working with Congress as they consider our recommendations and assess future developments. “
The report stems from a 2023 Copyright Office initiative to examine the impact of artificial intelligence on copyright.
Additional sections of the report will be released in the future and will cover the copyrightability of material created in whole or in part by generative AI, the legal implications of training AI models on copyrighted works, licensing considerations, and any copyright implications. distribute.
Part One of the report is available here: https://copyright.gov/ai/Copyright-and-Artificial-Intelligence-Part-1-Digital-Replicas-Report.pdf
