📣 New Bill to Shield Creators from AI Exploitation

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In today's email

1. 📣 Senators Propose New Bill to Shield Creators from AI Exploitation

2. 🔥 What’s Trending

3. ❌ Microsoft Steps Down from OpenAI Board Amid Governance Improvements

4. 🤔 By the Numbers

5. 🤯 Quick Takes

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In the Know​

Senators Propose New Bill to Shield Creators from AI Exploitation

​A bipartisan group of senators has introduced the Content Origin Protection and Integrity from Edited and Deepfaked Media Act (COPIED Act) to safeguard the work of artists, songwriters, and journalists from being used by AI models without their consent. This legislation also aims to help identify AI-generated content and combat harmful deepfakes. The bill focuses on protecting the intellectual property of content creators and ensuring transparency in AI-generated media.

Key Points

• Companies developing AI tools must allow users to attach content provenance information, which documents the origin of digital content, within two years. This information prevents the use of such content in AI training and generation without consent.

• Content owners, including journalists and artists, will have the right to set terms of use, seek compensation, and take legal action against platforms that misuse their content or alter provenance information.

• The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) will establish guidelines for content provenance, watermarking, and detecting AI-generated content. These standards will help determine if content has been altered or generated by AI.

• The bill has received backing from several artists’ organizations and is part of a broader legislative effort to regulate AI technology.

The COPIED Act is a significant legislative effort to protect the rights of content creators in the face of advancing AI technology. By mandating transparency and control over the use of their work, the bill seeks to ensure that creators can maintain ownership and receive proper compensation. As AI continues to develop, such protections will be vital for balancing technological innovation with creators' rights.

What’s Trending

First-Ever AI Beauty Pageant Crowns Moroccan Activist as Winner

The World AI Creator Awards (WAICA) introduced the inaugural Miss AI beauty pageant, announcing Kenza Layli from Morocco as the winner. Layli, an activist and influencer, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to represent AI creators and advocate for AI's positive impact. The pageant also recognized second-place winner Lalina from France and third-place winner Olivia C from Portugal, awarding them cash prizes and additional support packages. Judged on beauty, tech, and social clout by a mix of human and AI judges, the competition highlights the intersection of traditional pageantry and AI innovation.

Microsoft Steps Down from OpenAI Board Amid Governance Improvements

Microsoft has decided to resign from its observer seat on the board of OpenAI, citing significant improvements in the AI company's governance. In a letter on Tuesday, Microsoft announced its immediate departure, expressing appreciation for the support from OpenAI's leadership and board. This move comes as antitrust scrutiny of the Microsoft-OpenAI partnership intensifies. European Union regulators, as well as U.S. and U.K. competition authorities, are examining the alliance. Microsoft initially joined the board following a power struggle at OpenAI, but now feels confident in the company's new direction and governance, deeming its observer role unnecessary. OpenAI has expressed gratitude for Microsoft's confidence and plans to maintain regular engagement with strategic partners and investors to ensure ongoing collaboration on safety and security issues.

By the Numbers

AI continues to dominate as one of the most transformative technologies of our time. Here are the latest statistics showcasing AI's impact and growth in 2024.

• The current global market value is over $196 billion.

• The US AI market is anticipated to reach approximately $299.64 billion by 2026.

• AI is growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 38.1% from 2022 to 2030.

• By 2025, around 97 million people globally are projected to work in AI-related roles.

• 83% of companies have identified AI as a cornerstone of their strategic plans.

• AI market size is expected to grow by at least 120% year-over-year.

Quick Takes

• Amazon Launches AI Shopping Assistant Rufus: Amazon has launched its AI-powered shopping assistant, Rufus, for all U.S. customers in the Amazon mobile app. Rufus, located on the bottom right of the app’s main navigation bar, helps users find products, perform comparisons, and get personalized recommendations, drawing on Amazon's extensive product catalog and customer reviews.

• AI’s Mixed Impact on Creativity Revealed in New Study: A new study reveals that AI can boost creativity for less naturally creative individuals while potentially reducing overall creativity in groups. The research indicates that AI-generated assistance helps those struggling with creativity produce more original short stories but may homogenize the group's creative output.

• Whistleblowers Accuse OpenAI of Restricting Communication with Regulators: Whistleblowers have accused OpenAI of imposing illegal restrictions on employees' communication with government regulators, according to a letter obtained by The Washington Post. The letter, sent to SEC Chair Gary Gensler, claims OpenAI's agreements discouraged employees from reporting securities violations and required them to notify the company about such communications.

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