Almost everything created is under copyright. Only the copyright owner can reproduce, distribute, create a derivative, publicly perform, or publicly display their material. Anyone else who wishes to do so must secure permission.
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Due to the quickly evolving nature of artificial intelligence, particularly generative AI, lawsuits are ongoing and legal decisions will continue to change the copyright and AI landscape. The U.S. Copyright Office has issued a three-part report that "analyzes copyright law and policy issues raised by artificial intelligence (AI)."
If you have questions about using AI-created materials or the copyrightability of materials you've created with AI, please Ask a Librarian! While we cannot provide legal advice, we can help you find additional resources. Here are a couple to start with:
