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The US Copyright Office released a report highlighting the new threats posed by artificial intelligence in the copyright field, particularly the serious risks of AI-driven impersonation to entertainment, politics, and ordinary citizens. The report indicates that almost anyone can easily and cheaply create false digital replicas, damaging reputations and livelihoods. Given the urgency of this issue, the Copyright Office recommends the establishment of new laws to clearly define responsibilities, with protections extending at least through an individual's lifetime and not limited to commercial use. The Copyright Office urges Congress to expedite the legislative process and offers suggestions to guide revisions of relevant bills.

The US Copyright Office has once again denied copyright protection for AI-generated works, emphasizing that the lack of 'human creator attributes' is key. The two-dimensional artwork 'SURYAST' submitted by artist Ankit Sahni was rejected, as it involved the use of AI painting tools to mimic Van Gogh's 'Starry Night'. The review committee determined that the creator acted more like a document processor, providing source material to the AI rather than being a direct human creator.

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has submitted comments to the U.S. Copyright Office regarding AI and copyright issues, sparking widespread controversy. The FTC warns that the development of AI could lead to copyright infringement and consumer deception, particularly concerned that AI imitating artists might mislead consumers. The debate highlights the complex relationship between copyright and consumer protection regulations, with some expressing concerns about the FTC overstepping its boundaries.

The U.S. Copyright Office will begin a public comment period on August 30 to explore how to address copyright issues related to artificial intelligence. They aim to address three main questions: how AI models should use copyrighted data for training; whether materials generated by AI can also be copyrighted; and how copyright responsibilities apply alongside AI. The deadline for comments is October 18, and the Copyright Office may use these comments to inform its future decisions on granting copyrights.