U.S. Copyright Office sets clear rules that AI can't copyright its art

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AI & Copyright

⚖️ AI Can’t Own Copyright—But You Can

The U.S. Copyright Office just drew a line in the sand: AI alone can’t own creativity.

A new report lays down the law—AI-generated works don’t qualify for copyright, but human creators using AI as a tool still have rights.

Here’s the breakdown:

📜 The Rules

• Copyright requires human creativity—AI-generated content alone won’t cut it.

• Even with detailed prompts, just feeding text to AI doesn’t qualify for copyright.

• If AI assists but you contribute original work, your part is protected.

• No new laws needed—existing copyright rules will continue to apply.

🔎 Why it Matters
For artists, writers, and businesses, this decision sets a clear line: AI is a tool, not an author. As industries race to integrate AI while protecting intellectual property, this ruling ensures human creativity stays at the center.

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