Peters also draws parallels between the evolution of the AI content sector and the emergence of licensed players in the music industry, such as Spotify and Apple Music, which evolved from illegal download services. He suggests that AI models developed with permission and with business models that reward creators for their contributions can thrive if a fair playing field is established. Peters concludes by advocating for a fair path that rewards creativity and delivers the promises of AI, while respecting the rights of creators.
Key takeaways:
- There is a prediction for more lawsuits in 2025 over the unlicensed use of content to train AI models, with companies like Suno, Udio, Anthropic, Open AI, and Stablity AI already facing legal action.
- AI companies argue that training AI using copyrighted content available on the Internet is ‘fair use’ under copyright law, a claim disputed by Getty Images CEO, Craig Peters.
- Peters advocates for a nuanced approach to assessing fair use, supporting AI’s potential for societal good without undermining the creative industries.
- Peters draws parallels between the evolution of the AI content sector and the rise of licensed streaming platforms like Spotify, suggesting that AI models developed with permission and with business models that reward creators for their contributions can thrive.