Tuesday, August 13, 2024

“Helping people generate new artistic expression is what copyright law is designed to encourage, not prohibit”
– Udio –

The RIAA’s lawsuit against AI companies Suno and Udio confronts a key question about AI head on: Where is the line between learning from copyrighted works and infringing on them? Imagine studying Chuck Berry’s music extensively, then writing songs that sound remarkably similar to his. Now replace “you” with an AI. This scenario highlights the core issue: Can AI “learn” from copyrighted material without violating copyright laws, even if it produces similar outputs?

This debate is ongoing in the music industry and beyond, challenging our understanding of creativity, learning, and intellectual property rights in the age of AI.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ To learn more, Check out the article AI music startups say copyright violation is just rock and roll.

Stay safe. Stay healthy. Be strong. Lead well.

Chad