Copyright is a legal protection granted to the creators of original works, such as literary, artistic, musical, or intellectual creations. It gives creators exclusive rights to reproduce, distribute, and profit from their work for a specified duration. Copyright typically covers works like books, music, films, software, and visual art, and it prevents others from using, copying, or distributing these works without permission. The duration and specific rights granted vary by jurisdiction and the type of work.
Modifying copyrighted material with AI tools could potentially violate the copyright owner's exclusive rights, as it may result in the creation of derivative works. Obtaining permissions may be necessary when utilizing AI tools to alter copyrighted images or substantial portions of text.
How to Obtain Permission
Information from the U.S. Copyright Office on how to find copyright status and request permission to use copyrighted materials.
Generative AI is a minefield for copyright law
Epstein, Z., Fjeld, J., & Mahari, R., (2023, June 15). The Conversation.
Generative AI Has an Intellectual Property Problem
Appel, G., Neelbauer, J., & Schweidel, D.A., (2023, April 7). Harvard Business Review.
Generative Artificial Intelligence and Copyright: Both Sides of the Black Box
Hayes, C.M., (2023, July 21). SSRN.
The Generative AI Battle Has a Fundamental Flaw
Bedingfield, W., (2023, July 25). Wired.
US Copyright Office opens inquiry into laws needed to rein in genAI
Mearian, L., (2023, August 31). Computerworld.
Information concerning copyright (and copywrongs) - University of South Florida Libraries