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UK House of Lords Demands AI Transparency for Artists

5/14/2025

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In a landmark move, the UK Parliament's House of Lords has passed an amendment requiring AI companies to reveal the copyrighted materials they use for training. Backed by more than 400 artists, including the legendary Paul McCartney, this legislation challenges the government's lenient "opt-out" stance, aiming to safeguard the £120 billion creative industry from potential exploitation by tech giants.

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In a landmark move, the UK Parliament's House of Lords has passed an amendment requiring AI companies to reveal the copyrighted materials they use for training. Backed by more than 400 artists, including the legendary Paul McCartney, this legislation challenges the government's lenient "opt-out" stance, aiming to safeguard the £120 billion creative industry from potential exploitation by tech giants.