This text is a statement of policy issued by the U.S. Copyright Office to clarify its practices for examining and registering works that contain material generated by artificial intelligence (AI) technology. The Office has received applications for registration that claim copyright in AI-generated material, raising questions about whether such material is protected by copyright and what information should be provided in the registration process. The Office concludes that public guidance is needed on the registration of works containing AI-generated content. The text discusses the human authorship requirement for copyright protection and provides guidance for copyright applicants on how to disclose and register works containing AI-generated material. The Office acknowledges that AI-generated works implicate other copyright issues and intends to explore these topics further in the future.
| Signal | Change | 10y horizon | Driving force |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copyright Office issues policy on registering AI-generated works | Change in copyright registration practices regarding AI-generated works | Increased clarity and guidelines for registering AI-generated works | The need to establish guidelines and address copyright issues related to AI-generated works |