Introduction

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has raised numerous questions about the impact of this technology on various aspects of society, particularly in the realm of artistic creation and intellectual property. Ahead of a debate on AI and the French presidential election, Cécile Rap-Veber, General Director of SACEM, addressed the candidates and their representatives regarding the role of copyright in the age of AI. This article will examine the implications of AI for copyright, drawing on Cécile Rap-Veber’s arguments and offering a critical, philosophical, and historical analysis of the impact of AI on culture, artistic creation, and human thought.

Language models and intellectual property

One of the major issues raised by AI in the field of artistic creation is the question of intellectual property rights for works generated by language models. These models, such as those developed by major technology companies, learn to reproduce the style of an author or artist from a large number of works. However, the question of who is the true creator of these works remains open.

Cécile Rap-Veber raises this crucial question in her article: “How can we protect human creativity when AI is capable of mimicking it?” Indeed, if language models can generate works similar to those of a human artist, it is difficult to determine who is the true author and, consequently, who holds the copyright.

The use of AI and the reuse of works

Another issue raised by AI is the reuse of works. Language models can not only mimic an artist’s style but also reuse elements from their works to create new ones. This raises questions about the lawful use of these elements and the intellectual property of the new works created.

Cécile Rap-Veber notes that “AI creates a new challenge for creators: that of reusing their own works.” Indeed, while AI can reuse elements from a work to create a new one, it is difficult to determine whether such reuse is lawful and whether it does not infringe upon the original author’s copyright.

In light of these challenges, it is crucial to collectively reflect on how we will regulate the domain of intellectual property in the era of AI. Cécile Rap-Veber thus calls on the French presidential candidates to define a strategy for AI that takes into account the intellectual property issue.

It is therefore essential to conduct a thorough reflection on how we will protect artists’ intellectual property in the era of AI, while allowing this technology to continue to evolve and create new works. This reflection must take into account the various issues raised by AI, such as the reuse of works and the intellectual property of language models.

Conclusion

In conclusion, AI raises numerous issues in the realm of intellectual property, particularly concerning the reuse of works and the intellectual property of language models. It is therefore crucial to engage in a collective reflection on how we will regulate this domain in the age of AI, taking into account the various challenges posed by this technology.

Cet article est rédigé par Blaise Grenier, Journaliste reporter d'images et auteur. Découvrir le parcours de l'auteur et la charte éditoriale »