
Sheppard's The Legit Ledger · 2023-04-05 · 26 min
In this episode of the Legit Ledger, Sheppard Mullin attorneys Jim Gatto and Yasamin Parsafar explore copyright in the context of AI-generated works, including the recent registration guidance issued by the U.S. Copyright Office and the infringement issues that may arise with respect to training an AI model. What We Discussed in This Episode: What two works did the Copyright Office specifically address in its recent guidance on the registration of AI-generated works? What were some issues the Copyright Office sought to clarify by issuing the guidance? What instructions did the Copyright Office provide for submitting works that include AI-generated material? What copyright infringement issues arise with respect to training an AI model? What are the potential consequences of infringement? About Jim Gatto Jim Gatto is a partner with the Intellectual Property Practice Group in Sheppard Mullin's Washington, D.C. office, where he co-leads the Blockchain & Fintech Team. His practice focuses on blockchain, interactive entertainment, digital art, AI and online gambling.