David Pocock urges Albanese to stop tech companies training AI models using Australian content
Summary
Senator David Pocock has asked the Australian government to stop tech companies from using Australian content to train artificial intelligence (AI) models. The government is considering changes to copyright laws that might allow this use, while some officials want stronger rules to protect Australian content creators.Key Facts
- Senator David Pocock challenges the Albanese government over potential copyright changes for AI training.
- Cabinet is divided between two departments on how to handle Australian content used by AI companies.
- Possible options include new copyright exemptions linked to investments in local datacentres or extended licensing for AI use.
- The government may create a new fund to support Australian creative industries.
- Industry Minister Tim Ayres said the government will not allow copyright protections to be weakened.
- Greens Senator Sarah Hanson-Young called for a pause on new datacentres until AI and resource use rules are clear.
- There is a debate about managing Australia’s technological independence and protecting local producers.
- The government is expected to announce its plan around mid-July 2024.
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