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Hamburg Regional Court dismissed copyright case against LAION I Non-profit covered by provision that allows data mining for scientific purposes | Broader issue of images used for training genAI models remains open.
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A US bill that identifies 'digital replicas' and protects creatives is essential, argues Judge Kathleen O’Malley (retired).
Europe’s landmark AI legislation is ambitious but not all-encompassing—and risks being outpaced by the technology, say Paul Kavanagh and Dylan Balbirnie of Dechert.
AI has the potential to revolutionise patent examination but uneven adoption of the technology could undermine fairness in the system, says Matthew Veale of Patsnap.
In a decision that will disappoint, but should not surprise, the UK Court of Appeals has indicated it will not diverge on the treatment of AI inventions, says David Hufton of HGF.
The Bundesgerichtshof's DABUS decision offers a path for European harmonisation—with the US playing catchup, explains DABUS patent attorney Malte Köllner of Köllner & Partner.
Adam Schiff’s bill would address copyright owners’ concerns around AI model training, but could have significant IT implications, says Anna Chauvet of Finnegan.
Despite its risks, AI can be a useful partner in patent applications. Shwetangi Sinha and Vasu Bral of Sagacious IP offer a useful guide for patent attorneys.
Data licensing has become big business but companies like Reddit are selling in a market of unknowns, says Giles Parson of Browne Jacobson.
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Report on digital replicas released on same day as NO FAKES Act | Office called for urgent nationwide protection against range of harms caused by unauthorised reproduction of likeness.
Court determined that artificial neural networks cannot be patented as they are considered computer programs | AI developers will ‘need to consider and identify a technical effect’ to obtain a patent | Decision seems to ‘return that bar firmly back to its previous position’.
Minister’s role includes oversight of IP, AI regulation, and digital policy | Follows Peter Kyle’s appointment as lead for the same department | Minister has scientific background and served in various shadow ministerial roles.
First patent filed using the new digital One IPO service | AI-powered internal tool to speed up the application process | Set for public launch in 2025 with a promise to “revolutionise” patent management.
Guidance says use of AI in inventing does not affect how patent claims are assessed for eligibility | Emphasis placed on evaluating inventions themselves rather than the method of creation | Updates include new examples to assist examiners in evaluating AI-related patent claims.
With scant details to go on, the IP industry is anticipating what Keir Starmer’s appointments and pre-election statements will mean in practice, finds Marisa Woutersen.
New Secretary of State previously vowed Labour would harness AI and "put it to work for everyone from every background” | Starmer’s government expected to adopt a tougher position on AI regulation and laws | Proposed regulatory innovation office would expedite decisions for “fast, clear and consistent regulation”.
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