With AI-generated content continuing to evolve, the advent of data-poisoning tools capable of shielding an artist’s works from AI could be a game changer.
Evidence mounts as new artists jump on Stability AI, MidJourney copyright lawsuit
The battle continues as artists amend a lawsuit previously struck down by court authorities against major AI companies who have allegedly violated creative copyright laws.
Grimes collaboration with music platform makes 200+ AI songs available for creators
Grimes’ manager Daouda Leonard and music platform Slip.stream explain the importance of artists owning their data and controlling their rights to stay ahead in their approach to AI.
Law professor says blockchain tech could ‘revolutionize’ copyright offices
According to the research, blockchain provides several game-changing benefits for intellectual property licensing and management.
How Google’s AI legal protections can change art and copyright protections
Amid myriad legal accusations surrounding its AI services, Google stands its ground, vowing to protect its users.
Universal Music Group sues Anthropic AI over copyright infringement
Universal Music Group, Concord Publishing and ABKCO Music & Records alleged that Anthropic “unlawfully” copied and disseminated “vast amounts of copyrighted works” from the publishers.
Universal Music Group enters partnership to protect artists’ rights against AI violations
The new partnership between Universal Music Group and BandLab Technologies focuses on ethical AI usage to protect artist and songwriter rights.
Google to protect users in AI copyright accusations
Google explicitly stated that only seven products fall under this legal protection, excluding Google’s Bard search tool.
The Author’s Guild launches class-action lawsuit against OpenAI
The Author’s Guild opened a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging misuse of copyrighted material in training of its AI models.
Meta refutes claims of copyright infringement in AI training
In a lawsuit against Sarah Silverman and other authors Meta claims its AI system does not create copyright infringing material.
AI music sending traditional industry into ‘panic’, says new AI music platform CEO
Can Ansay the founder of AI streaming and marketplace platform Musixy.ai, says AI-generated music is revolutionary and brings efficiency and lowers costs to productions.
Grammy CEO clarifies AI Drake song ineligible for award over copyright issues
The Record Academy executive clearly stated that the track is “not eligible” and cited that the vocals were not legally obtained nor were they cleared by the label or artist.
Grammy CEO clarifies AI Drake song ineligible for award over copyright issues
The Record Academy executive clearly stated that the track is “not eligible” and cited that the vocals were not legally obtained nor were they cleared by the label or artist.
US Copyright Office issues notice of inquiry on artificial intelligence
The inquiry seeks information and comment on issues related to the content AI produces and how policy makers should treat AI that imitates or mimics human artists.
Universal Music and Google in talks over deal to combat AI deep fakes: Report
Universal Music and Google are reportedly in negotiations over a tool that would allow for the creation of AI tracks using artists’ likenesses in a legal way.
Sarah Silverman sues Meta and OpenAI for copyright violations
Author Sarah Silverman and two others opened a lawsuit against OpenAI and Meta for using copyrighted work without permission to train their AI systems.
ChatGPT, Midjourney, other AI tools to make their way into EU legislation
The bill will classify the risk of AI tools and force developers of generative-AI applications to disclose the use of any copyrighted materials.
Musician Grimes willing to “split 50% royalties” with AI-generated music
The Canadian musician took to Twitter to voice her support of AI-generated music using her voice, saying she is willing to be a “guinea pig” for the new technology.
Midjourney, other AI devs strike back in court, claiming their material is not similar to artists
The response by the AI firms raises questions about how copyright law principles such as authorship, infringement and fair use will apply to content created or used by AI.
Trademarks filed for NFTs, metaverse and cryptocurrencies soar to new levels in 2022
Trademark applications filed for NFTs alone grew from a total of 2,142 filed for 2021 to 6,855 by the end of October 2022.