Unlocking the Secret: How Blanket Licensing Could Revolutionize Generative AI—and What It Means for You
Every so often, a topic surfaces that’s so gargantuan in scope and impact, it practically forces a conversation—AI and copyright fit that bill like no other. In this special issue, we dive headfirst into a swirling vortex of questions that touch on technology, law, creativity, and the very nature of ownership in the digital age. With Bill Rosenblatt stepping in as guest co-editor, we’re rolling out an unprecedented full transcript of the 2024 Copyright + Technology Conference—a gathering that’s long been a crucible for tough talks and groundbreaking ideas. What happens when generative AI starts churning out creativity at a scale previously unimaginable? Can blanket licensing be the safety net or the ball and chain? And who really deserves credit when a machine’s involved—did a bot write that hit song, or the humans behind it? These aren’t just hypothetical brain teasers; they’re real challenges shaping policy rooms, courtrooms, and boardrooms today, and this issue captures the pulse of that debate. From Tom Rubin’s encore keynote insight to deep dives into attribution tech, compulsory licenses, and global legislative twists, expect the unexpected. I’ll just say — if copyright law had an AI plug-in, we’d be troubleshooting and upgrading it constantly. So maybe instead of “Who owns what?” we should ask, “What even is ownership in an AI-powered world?” Buckle up — it’s a wild ride ahead. LEARN MORE
Special Issue: Copyright and AI, Part 1
