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UK's Kendall Champions Artists' Rights Against AI Exploitation

11/24/2025

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Liz Kendall, UK Technology Secretary, backs artists' rights against AI firms using copyrighted works without compensation and aims to reset discussions on intellectual property.
Prominent artists including Paul McCartney and Elton John have protested AI copyright infringements.
Lady Beeban Kidron criticized the government for losing trust in the creative community and urged immediate action.
A government plan is due by year-end, with a more detailed follow-up expected by March 2026.

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Liz Kendall, UK Technology Secretary, backs artists' rights against AI firms using copyrighted works without compensation and aims to reset discussions on intellectual property.
Prominent artists including Paul McCartney and Elton John have protested AI copyright infringements.
Lady Beeban Kidron criticized the government for losing trust in the creative community and urged immediate action.
A government plan is due by year-end, with a more detailed follow-up expected by March 2026.