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UK Launches Consultation on AI Use of Copyrighted Content for Training

Key Takeaways

  • The UK is consulting on new rules for AI training on copyrighted works, with feedback open until February 25, 2025;
  • Proposed options include free use, opt-out policies, stricter licensing, or maintaining the current unclear framework;
  • The consultation aims to balance innovation in AI with protecting creators' rights and resolving existing legal uncertainties.
UK Launches Consultation on AI Use of Copyrighted Content for Training

The UK government has invited input from artificial intelligence (AI) and creative industries on potential regulations for training AI models using copyrighted material.

The consultation follows growing criticism of AI companies for allegedly using copyrighted works without permission.

Science, Innovation, and Technology Secretary Peter Kyle highlighted how unclear copyright rules are holding back progress.

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Kyle stated, "It’s clear that our current AI and copyright framework does not support either our creative industries or our AI sectors to compete on the global stage".

The consultation, presented on December 17, outlines several policy options for public consideration. Interested parties have until February 25, 2025, to share their thoughts.

One idea proposes that copyrighted content could be used freely unless creators actively opt out, putting the responsibility on rights holders to withhold their works from AI training.

Another policy option suggests allowing AI developers to use copyrighted material without needing approval, even for commercial purposes, with minimal restrictions.

On the other hand, a stricter approach involves requiring AI companies to obtain licenses for any copyrighted material they wish to use. This would ensure creators’ rights are fully protected but might increase costs and complexity for AI developers.

The final option is to leave the laws as they are, but the government admits this would continue the current lack of clarity for creators and developers alike.

As the UK government seeks input on AI's use of copyrighted materials, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is also inviting feedback on proposed crypto regulations. What is the purpose of the FCA's public input? Read the full story.

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