Most Australians Oppose Copyright Law Changes for AI, New Poll Finds
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A new poll suggests that most Australians do not want the government to change copyright laws to help artificial intelligence (AI) companies and large technology firms. The research shows that 78 per cent of people in Australia are against these proposed changes. The results have been shared by the Australian Recording Industry Association (ARIA), the organisation that represents the music industry in Australia.
The debate is about how AI systems are trained. Many AI tools learn by using large amounts of existing material, such as books, songs, articles and images. Some technology companies say that they need greater freedom to use this material. Creators and rights holders say that they should be paid, and that their work should not be used without permission.
Annabelle Herd, the chief executive of ARIA, said that the poll gives a clear answer to the question of how Australians feel about the issue. She said that the results should be considered carefully by policymakers as they decide what happens next. The poll shows that the public places a high value on protecting the rights of artists and other creators.
The discussion about AI and copyright is likely to continue in the coming months. Australian lawmakers will need to balance the interests of technology companies, creative workers and the wider public. For now, the poll shows strong public support for keeping existing copyright protections in place.
Sources: themusic.com.au
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