Tech Giants Clash with UK Government Over AI Content Usage and Copyright Laws
The United Kingdom government’s proposal to balance the use of online content for artificial intelligence (AI) training with protecting artists’ rights has been rejected by major tech companies, including Google and OpenAI. These industry leaders argue that a broad exception for text and data mining (TDM) would be more effective in fostering innovation while addressing copyright concerns. This debate highlights the tension between technological progress and safeguarding creative rights.