AI Generated Content Can't be copyrighted! Judge Rules out: Copyrights Reserved for Humans Only, Not AI Systems
I've got some legal news that's stirring up quite the debate. Judge Beryl Howell dropped a verdict on Friday that's shaking the ground in the world of copyrights. In a nutshell, she's saying that only us humans can grab those copyright privileges, leaving AI systems out of the loop. This ruling backs up the US Copyright Office's earlier decision to turn down a request by computer scientist Stephen Thaler, who was trying to score a copyright for his AI creation named DABUS. The Friday verdict is a thumbs-down for Thaler and his DABUS system. Despite Thaler's attempts to get DABUS recognized for its creations, Judge Howell's decision confirms that AI doesn't get a seat at the copyright table. This follows previous disappointments for Thaler, who also tried to score US patents for inventions credited to DABUS. Thaler's not just hitting a wall in the US; he's facing challenges worldwide. He's been seeking DABUS-generated patents in countries like...