New Government paper looks at AI regulation

Policy and advocacy digital news, Public Affairs

New Government paper looks at AI regulation

Policy and advocacy digital news, Public Affairs

New Government paper looks at AI regulation

29 March 2023

The Government has today launched its AI White Paper which it says will "guide the use of artificial intelligence in the UK, to drive responsible innovation and maintain public trust in this revolutionary technology."

Of particular relevance to PPA members are the remarks on page 20 of the White Paper:

“Government is taking wider action to ensure the UK retains its status as a global leader in AI, for example by taking forward Sir Patrick Vallance’s recommendation relating to intellectual property law and generative AI. This will ensure we keep the right balance between protecting rights holders and our thriving creative industries, while supporting AI developers to access the data they need.”

Further details of Sir Patrick’s previous recommendation can be found here.

The PPA will continue to engage with the White Paper process to ensure the right balance is struck on this and that members’ intellectual property and copyright are not given away without the proper licensing protections.

You can read the White Paper here.

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