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2024‐05‐31 Show Notes
This document summarizes a conversation from the AI Art Today group about AI and the law.
The main hosts of the space are Jen and Matt. E Rich is also involved in a co-host role, particularly in bringing speakers up to participate in the discussion. Other speakers include:
- Franklin
- Travis
- Lorac
- Mars
- Chris
- Thomas
- Natalie
- Joanne
- Ask Kern
- Justin
- Therese
- Chas Gold
- Binks
- Ira
While there is no formal interview, prominent speakers Franklin, Ask Kern, and Ira offer legal perspectives throughout the conversation.
- 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM: The initial hour focuses on technical difficulties and initial discussions of AI and the law.
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Franklin, a lawyer, provides an overview of IP law, copyright, and the challenges AI poses to traditional ownership concepts.
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Ask Kern, another lawyer specializing in AI and art law, joins and discusses the ethical implications of AI in art.
- 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM: The conversation continues with various speakers, including lawyer Ira, addressing specific legal scenarios, the role of open source, and the future of AI and copyright.
- Copyright and AI: The discussion centers on whether AI-generated art can be copyrighted, the role of human authorship, and the implications of using AI tools in creative workflows.
- AI Art Tools and Processes: Speakers discuss tools like Midjourney, Stable Diffusion, and DALL-E 2, and the legal implications of using these tools.
- Legal Cases: The conversation references cases like the monkey selfie case, the Star Athletica case, and lawsuits against AI companies, highlighting the evolving legal landscape.
- Ethical Considerations: Speakers raise concerns about the ethics of using copyrighted material in training data and the potential impact of AI on traditional artistic practices.
- Can you copyright a prompt? (Approximate timestamp: 1 hour, 5 minutes)
- What is the status of lawsuits against AI companies like Stability AI and OpenAI? (Approximate timestamp: 1 hour, 40 minutes)
- What is the impact of the EU's AI Act? (Approximate timestamp: 1 hour, 45 minutes)
- Is there an artist-centered approach to copyright in the age of AI? (Approximate timestamp: 1 hour, 55 minutes)
- How can artists protect their work when using AI tools? (Approximate timestamp: 2 hours, 10 minutes)
- What are the copyright implications of using open-source AI tools and workflows? (Approximate timestamp: 3 hours, 10 minutes)
- Can artists grant IP rights to collectors of their AI-generated art? (Approximate timestamp: 3 hours, 20 minutes)
The conversation is characterized by a mix of excitement, curiosity, and concern. While speakers are enthusiastic about the potential of AI in art, they also express concerns about the legal and ethical challenges.
The closing remark emphasizes community engagement: "Treat your AI right."
- AI Art Tonight (immediately following the AI and Law discussion)
- Jen and Jeff Jags AI Space (starting in 20 minutes)
No specific future spaces or opportunities for community members to share art are mentioned in the conversation. However, speakers highlight the importance of engaging with the Copyright Office (copyright.gov/ai) and participating in their feedback sessions.
- "If you go to my profile there's a link to join through Adobe through my affiliate link please. No I'm kidding. So no no no no I'm kidding." (Franklin, referencing the prevalence of Adobe products in his workflow)
- "I love your voice. You should have a talk show...We should clone your voice and sell it... I never mind." (Responding to Ira's voice after he joins the stage.)
This summary aims to highlight the key points and topics of the AI Art Today conversation.