The article also highlights the need for new provisions in India's Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) legislation to fully leverage the advantages of artificial intelligence. The 161st Report presented to the Parliament suggests implementing a robust IPR framework, which could be achieved through amendments, a new law, or the Digital India Act, 2023, reshaping the Information Technology Act.
Key takeaways:
- The New York Times has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and Microsoft, alleging that their AI chatbots used NYT's content without permission and attributed wrong information to the media company.
- Entities can use copyrighted work by obtaining a licence from the copyright owner or engaging in fair use as per Section 52 of the Copyright Act, 1957. If these conditions are not met, legal actions can be taken.
- For situations where AI systems attribute wrong information to a media house, the current law under the Copyright Act does not provide any remedy. However, a civil suit seeking damages for defamation could be adopted.
- The 161st Report presented to the Parliament suggests reevaluating the existing Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) legislation in India to fully leverage the advantages of artificial intelligence. This could be achieved through amendments, a new law, or the Digital India Act, 2023.