AI and Copyright Controversies

This chapter explores the legal challenges surrounding AI-generated art and copyright, particularly focusing on a landmark decision by the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals that ruled machines cannot hold copyrights. It discusses the implications of this ruling and the distinction between human authors and AI in copyright law, emphasizing the importance of human authorship for copyright eligibility. The conversation further highlights recent developments from the Copyright Office regarding the registration of works created with AI assistance, framing these discussions within the context of the evolving economic landscape for creative jobs.