UK Government Reverses AI Copyright Stance

0:00Stay tapped into pop culture in two minutes or less with entertainment and celebrity news today. The UK government has reversed course on its plan for AI and copyright. It originally wanted to let AI firms train models on copyright and material like music and books, as long as creators could opt out. But after strong pushback, officials now say they have no preferred approach and need more time to get it right. Technology Secretary Liz Kendall announced this on Wednesday, stressing that the government has talked a lot with both creative industries and AI. Developers. The goal is to give artists control over their work while ensuring AI can still learn from things like writing, songs, and videos. Creative stars like Sir Elton John and Dua Lipa led the outcry, calling the initial idea outright theft. Publishers hailed the change as a win against big tech interests. Though they note current laws already bar unlicensed use of copyright for AI. Training. A new government report admits there's no agreement on how to balance these sides.

1:03It highlights the creative sector as a top UK asset and notes AI growing 23 times faster than the rest of the economy. For now, no changes to copyright laws are coming until officials feel confident though boost the economy and protect citizens. Tech groups warn the UK risks falling behind global rivals without a clear path forward. This episode is brought to you in partnership with our sponsor. Your favorite podcasts, music, or sleep sounds coming from your pillow. No ear buds, no distractions, just listen and relax. S-O-L-I, solely pillow.com. Made in AI.