CM Law’s Atlanta partner, Courtney Lytle Sarnow, recently authored an article dissecting Part 3 of the U.S. Copyright Office’s AI report, offering key insights into the unauthorized use of copyrighted material by AI systems, both in training and in the generation of new materials, which has been published by Law360. While still in review, Courtney calls it the most controversial section because it coincided with the unexpected firing of Shira Perlmutter, the register of copyrights and director of the Copyright Office.
Here are a few excerpts from Courtney’s article:
The U.S. Copyright Office has officially weighed in on how copyright policy should evolve in the age of artificial intelligence.
On May 9, the office released a prepublication version of Part 3 of its comprehensive three-part report on AI and copyright—defining the intersection of law, creativity, and technology.
This final installment offers insights into one of the most debated topics: the unauthorized use of copyrighted materials by AI systems, whether for training or the generation of new materials. As the federal agency responsible for shaping and advising on copyright law, the Office’s stance carries weight not only in Washington but also across industries that rely on creative content.
To read Courtney’s breakdown of key takeaways and what they mean for creators, tech developers, and policymakers moving forward, you can read her article here or the Copyright Office report at copyright.gov.
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