The Independent covers crucial issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the necessity of on-the-ground journalism. A recent government proposal to allow AI models to mine text and data has raised concerns among creators. Artists like James Frith warn that alterations to copyright law could dismantle critical protections for their work, leading to lasting harm in the creative sector. With AI developers potentially benefiting from looser regulations, the tension grows between technological advancement and the safeguarding of creative rights.
This threatens to rip the rug from under our prized sector with proposed, sweeping changes to copyright law. Creators see it for what it is.
According to a Government consultation pack, ministers could introduce an exception to copyright law for text data and mining, which would improve access to content by AI developers.
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