Overview
- Sven Lehmann proposes a mandatory label showing whether and to what extent artificial intelligence contributed to a book's creation.
- He warns that accelerating AI use could squeeze jobs in translation, editing and cover design across the book industry.
- He calls for stronger copyright enforcement and fair remuneration to protect authors when AI tools are used.
- He urges the government to activate a previously announced digital levy on large tech firms, with proceeds directed to cultural and media diversity.
- Publishers and booksellers are discussing possible measures as the Frankfurt Book Fair spotlights the issue, but no binding national rules have been implemented.