Copyright
Copyright protects images both for the benefit of creators and society in general. We defend copyright with our input into EU directives, including the InfoSoc Directive (2001); the Orphan Works Directive, the Directive on Collective Management of Rights and the Directive on Copyright in the Digital Single Market (2019);.
This section examines all rights related to copyright.
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Creative Rights In AI Coalition Calls On Government To Protect Copyright As GAI Policy Develops
The UK’s world-leading creative and tech sectors put it in a unique position to set a global standard for how both sectors can innovate together and continue to provide high quality services. Protecting copyright and building a dynamic licensing market for the use of creative content in building generative AI (GAI) isn’t just a question of fairness: it’s the only way that both sectors will flourish and grow.
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Robert Kneschke’s Case Against LAION Dismissed by Hamburg Court
A coalition of over 20 organisations representing creators and rightsholders across the European Union has issued a joint letter urging EU leaders to enforce the AI Act with meaningful measures to protect copyright and ensure fair remuneration. This call comes as AI companies increasingly use copyrighted materials without authorisation training purposes, raising concerns about illegal commercial gains and unfair competition.
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Celebrating a Decade of Creativity: Creativity Works! 2024-2029 Manifesto
Creativity Works!, Europe's premier coalition representing vibrant cultural and creative sectors, is celebrating 10 years of fostering creativity and cultural diversity. Their latest manifesto, covering 2024-2029, outlines a bold vision for the future of Europe’s creative industries. With a geographically diverse membership that spans writers, book publishers, music publishers, film producers, broadcasters, and video game companies, this coalition is committed to promoting creativity, enhancing cultural diversity, and protecting intellectual property rights in both physical and digital realms.
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European Parliament’s report on the implementation of the Geo-blocking regulation: The creative and cultural industries applaud today’s plenary vote
The European Parliament voted for culture today and preserved Europe’s cultural diversity along with consumer welfare. Creativity Works!, Europe’s leading coalition of the creative and cultural industries, welcomes the vote on the ‘Implementation of the 2018 Geoblocking Regulation in the Digital Single Market’ INI report.
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AI And Copyright Consultation: Creative Rights in AI Coalition Urges Government to Enforce Copyright Law Through Transparency Without Compromising Rights
CreativeRights in AI Coalition responds to the government’s AI and copyright consultation: Rights holders oppose the proposed copyright exception, emphasising the need to uphold existing laws and prioritise licensing. Transparency measures must strengthen enforcement, not undermine protections.
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CEPIC supports Robert Kneschke in his copyright lawsuit against LAION and welcomes the appeal
On 5th November photographer Robert Kneschke lodged an appeal against the decision of the Regional Court of Hamburg in favour of LAION e.V..