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Scarlett Johansson and Cate Blanchett back campaign accusing AI firms of theft
Hundreds of writers, musicians and performers urge licensing deals instead of scraping creative work
TL;DR
- Approximately 800 creative professionals, including Scarlett Johansson and Cate Blanchett, are backing the "Stealing Isn't Innovation" campaign.
- The campaign accuses AI companies of using creators' work without authorization or regard for copyright law.
- Signatories are urging AI companies to pursue licensing deals and partnerships with creative industries.
- AI companies argue that using publicly available online material falls under "fair use".
- Dozens of lawsuits have been filed in the US over AI and copyright issues.
- Scarlett Johansson was notably involved when OpenAI used a voice resembling hers.
- The Human Artistry Campaign, backed by major industry unions, organized the initiative.
- The UK government is reviewing plans that would allow AI firms to use copyright-protected work unless artists opt out.