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Elton John and Dua Lipa Fight AI Copyright Infringement

12/16/2025

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Elton John (pop star) and Dua Lipa (pop star) lead a campaign to stop AI training on artists’ works without consent.
A government consultation shows 95% of over 10,000 respondents support stronger copyright laws, rejecting the initial tech-friendly proposal.
Liz Kendall, Secretary of State for Science, Innovation, and Technology, promised policy proposals by March 2026.
Ed Newton-Rex (campaigner) emphasizes licensing agreements for fair compensation.

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Story summary

Elton John (pop star) and Dua Lipa (pop star) lead a campaign to stop AI training on artists’ works without consent.
A government consultation shows 95% of over 10,000 respondents support stronger copyright laws, rejecting the initial tech-friendly proposal.
Liz Kendall, Secretary of State for Science, Innovation, and Technology, promised policy proposals by March 2026.
Ed Newton-Rex (campaigner) emphasizes licensing agreements for fair compensation.