In a significant development for users of generative AI programs, OpenAI has joined a host of other artificial intelligence firms in offering indemnity for some third-party infringement claims. The decision comes in response to rising concerns surrounding potential liabilities that may occur from copyright infringement claims by owners of material used to train artificial intelligence systems.
The announcement from OpenAI took place at its annual DevDay conference this November and directly addresses the issues experienced by users of the company’s ChatGPT chatbot. As per the new policy, OpenAI is now prepared to shoulder certain legal responsibilities, particularly those linked to copyright infringements allegedly arising from the use of its products.
The move is a welcome one for users of generative AI programs who have been increasingly anxious about potential fallout from the usage of artificial intelligence technologies. More specifically, their concerns have been centered around copyright claims by owners of copyrighted material which was utilized during the AI’s training phase.
The full details of the announcement by OpenAI can be found here.
Further updates on this development, as well as other related legal news about AI technologies, are expected in the coming months.