The U.S. Copyright Office has clarified that AI-assisted works can qualify for copyright protection—but only if they contain substantial human creative input beyond merely prompting an AI system. While AI can generate raw content, the human artist must modify, arrange, or enhance it to demonstrate creative authorship. Applicants seeking copyright for AI-assisted works must disclose AI’s role in the process and illustrate how their artistic control shaped the final product. As AI tools evolve, questions surrounding authorship, fair use, and compensation for training data will continue influencing copyright law.
My Take
This ruling reinforces that AI is a tool, not a creator. For businesses and creatives, the key takeaway is that your competitive edge isn’t just in using AI—it’s what you uniquely contribute to the process. AI can streamline workflows, but humans still drive true originality.
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https://www.perplexity.ai/page/ai-assisted-work-can-be-copyri-z15EDTsYQkKblOroPtnhmg
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