Overview

• The House of Lords voted 272-125 in favor of Baroness Kidron’s amendment to the Data (Use and Access) Bill, mandating AI companies to disclose and license copyrighted works used in training models.
• The amendment, opposed by the government, highlights a growing divide between protecting creative industries and fostering AI innovation in the UK.
• Over 400 artists, including Elton John and Paul McCartney, signed an open letter urging Prime Minister Keir Starmer to support stricter copyright protections for creators.
• Critics argue the amendment could hinder the UK’s competitiveness in AI development, with concerns over transparency obligations and potential impacts on tech firms’ operations.
• In the US, the Copyright Office’s recent report challenging AI fair use has intensified legal battles against major AI firms, while leadership changes at the agency signal escalating tensions.