“US confirms AI cannot be an author - but this is just the start”

Michael Word was quoted in the World IP Review article, “US confirms AI cannot be an author - but this is just the start.” The article explains that U.S. copyright authorities have reaffirmed that artificial intelligence cannot be legally recognized as an “author,” meaning works generated solely by AI are not eligible for copyright protection, though human contributions to AI-assisted works may still qualify. It explores the growing legal complexity around distinguishing human creativity from machine-generated content, as well as the broader implications for ownership, enforcement, and innovation in creative industries as AI tools become more widespread.

Word highlights the importance of human involvement in securing copyright protection, emphasizing that creators must demonstrate meaningful creative input and control over AI-generated material, as the legal framework continues to evolve around what constitutes authorship in the age of AI.