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Copyright Office Clarifies AI Research Legal Rules

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🤖✨ U.S. Copyright Office clarifies legal rules for AI trustworthiness research. The Copyright Office has confirmed that common AI research techniques, such as prompt injection and account creation for testing, do not violate DMCA Section 1201, a significant development for AI red-teamers. However, the ruling did not grant formal legal protections for AI researchers, highlighting ongoing gaps in the legal framework for non-security-related AI evaluations. While the clarification is a step forward, the lack of safe harbors for independent AI research remains a concern, prompting calls for further legal reform. The AI community is actively advocating for broader protections to ensure researchers can safely evaluate AI systems without fear of legal repercussions.

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