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UK Copyright Changes Risk Artists' Rights and Livelihoods

3/8/2025

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The British government's proposed copyright law changes threaten to undermine artists' rights by allowing AI companies to use their work without consent, forcing creators to opt out. This alarming shift raises fears of cultural exploitation and jeopardizes the future of publishing, as authors from Black Inc. voice their deep concerns over the impact on their livelihoods.

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The British government's proposed copyright law changes threaten to undermine artists' rights by allowing AI companies to use their work without consent, forcing creators to opt out. This alarming shift raises fears of cultural exploitation and jeopardizes the future of publishing, as authors from Black Inc. voice their deep concerns over the impact on their livelihoods.