US Court Rules AI-Generated Art Can't Be Copyrighted
2 min read AI art copyright denied: Judge Beryl A. Howell rules against Stephen Thaler's bid to copyright his AI-generated artwork created with Creativity Machine algorithm. August 21, 2023 04:20
US District Court Judge Beryl A. Howell ruled that AI-generated artwork can't be copyrighted. The case involved Stephen Thaler's AI-created image using the Creativity Machine algorithm. Thaler sought copyright, but his claims were denied.
Thaler aimed to list himself as the artwork's owner, claiming human authorship in the AI-generated piece. However, Judge Howell emphasized that copyright requires "guiding human hand" and called human authorship a fundamental requirement for protection.
This decision draws parallels to past cases, like the famous monkey selfie dispute. Judge Howell noted the evolving role of AI in art creation, raising questions about the level of human involvement necessary for copyright protection.
Stephen Thaler plans to appeal the ruling, as his attorney states disagreement with the interpretation of the Copyright Act. The intersection of AI and copyright law continues to spark debates, with various legal battles shaping the landscape.
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