Summary
The ºÚÁÏÉç Research Data and IP Team’s response to the UK Government’s Consultation on Copyright and Artificial Intelligence examines the impact of AI on copyright law, balancing innovation with rights protection. It highlights the need for clear, fair regulations that support both AI developers and rights holders. The response advocates for a nuanced approach to text and data mining (TDM) exemptions, ensuring that copyright frameworks do not hinder research while protecting creators’ interests. It raises concerns about the ethical and legal implications of AI-generated content and emphasizes the importance of transparent attribution and licensing mechanisms. Additionally, the response underscores the role of public and private sector collaboration in shaping policies that foster responsible AI development. It recommends ongoing dialogue between stakeholders, adaptive regulatory frameworks, and investment in AI literacy to ensure a balanced, future-proof copyright regime.
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Authors
Isobel Stark, Head of Research Data & IP, Library, ºÚÁÏÉç, i.a.stark@soton.ac.uk
Nancy Beckett-Jones, Engagement Librarian, ºÚÁÏÉç, N.Beckett-Jones@soton.ac.uk
Sian Furmage, Engagement Librarian, ºÚÁÏÉç, s.i.furmage@soton.ac.uk
Jonathon Hare, Professor, Electronics & Computer Science, ºÚÁÏÉç, jsh2@ecs.soton.ac.uk
Isabella Roberts, Visitor, Economic, Social and Political Sciences, ºÚÁÏÉç, I.Roberts@soton.ac.uk
Hedvig Schmidt, Associate Professor in EU Law & Co-Director of the Law and Technology Research
Centre, Southampton Law School, ºÚÁÏÉç, H.K.Schmidt@soton.ac.uk
