Berlin conference addresses AI regulation and copyright protection

Experts and industry leaders gathered in Berlin to discuss the legal, political, and cultural implications of generative artificial intelligence. A central theme of the discussions was the necessity of creating a sustainable and fair ecosystem for creators.

Panelists addressed the urgent need to close gaps in current AI regulations. While legal actions, such as those taken by Penguin Random House against OpenAI, are seen as tools to raise awareness, experts noted they may not solve underlying systemic issues. There is a growing call for stricter political regulation to prevent AI from acting as a plagiarism machine and to ensure the protection of intellectual property.

Discussions also highlighted the importance of transparency for consumers, including initiatives like the “Written, designed, and checked by humans” label used by children's book publishers to build trust. Participants emphasized that innovation and copyright compliance must coexist, noting that the EU AI Act represents a significant first step toward regulating the technology.