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Fair Use Week Highlights AI's Data Dependency

AI's success relies on fair use and TDM. See how countries are adopting these practices to fuel AI advancements.

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Fair Use Week Highlights AI's Data Dependency

The organization is celebrating Fair Use/Fair Dealing Week, highlighting the crucial role of fair use and text and data mining (TDM) in AI development. This annual event underscores the importance of these practices for AI to access large datasets and innovate.

AI relies heavily on fair use and TDM for training systems. Countries like the UK, Germany, and the Netherlands have adopted TDM-specific copyright exceptions, fostering AI advancements. The U.S., with its flexible fair use policy, leads the world in AI innovation.

The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP), Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), and Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) have all incorporated U.S.-style fair use provisions. This shows a global recognition of the importance of fair use for AI development. Singapore, for instance, has adopted both a specific TDM exemption and fair use, demonstrating a balanced approach.

Fair use and TDM are vital for AI to access large datasets, driving innovation. Countries adopting fair use or TDM-specific exceptions have seen advancements in AI. The U.S. leads in AI innovation partly due to its flexible fair use policy. As AI continues to evolve, so too must copyright laws to support its growth.

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