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POLITICO Tech
Google’s query: How many inventors use AI?
Dec 12, 2024
Laura Sheridan, Google's Head of Patent Policy, dives into AI's evolving role in innovation and patent law. She discusses the surprising statistic that 17% of current inventions benefit from generative AI. Sheridan clarifies Google's position that AI cannot be labeled as an inventor, exploring the implications for patentability with human contributions. The conversation also touches on the urgent need for clearer patent guidelines as AI technologies continue to reshape the landscape of intellectual property.
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- Artificial intelligence is increasingly integrated into innovation, with 17% of Google's patents involving AI contributions to the invention process.
- Despite AI's significant role in idea generation, Google maintains that inventorship is fundamentally a human attribute requiring oversight and contribution.
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AI's Evolving Role in Innovation
Artificial intelligence is increasingly playing a role in the innovation process, with around 17% of patent submissions at Google incorporating generative AI. The company has adapted its invention submission forms to gather data on AI's contributions to new ideas, enabling them to measure its impact more accurately. This shift reflects a broader trend where generative AI supports various stages of invention, from literature review to brainstorming specific features. While the percentage indicates a growing reliance on AI tools, Google maintains that AI should not be classified as an inventor.
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