Artists Unite to Protect Creativity in the EU AI Act
Date: July 15, 2025, 07:23 GMT
Thirty artists have launched a video campaign called "Stay True To The Act", urging EU policymakers to uphold the original purpose of the AI Act. Their goal is clear: protect the cultural and creative sectors from potential risks posed by generative AI systems.
Why This Matters to Creatives
The AI Act is set to regulate how artificial intelligence technologies operate within the EU, especially regarding copyright protections. Artists and rights holders want to ensure that AI companies remain transparent about the data they use to train their models. This includes a proposed standardized template requiring disclosure of the datasets behind AI tools.
For creatives, this is a critical moment. The campaign stresses the importance of maintaining strong copyright safeguards to prevent unauthorized use of original works in AI training. Without such protections, the creative community risks losing control over their content and its future use.
What the Campaign Asks From Policymakers
- Keep the AI Act focused on protecting cultural and creative rights.
- Require AI companies to disclose clear summaries of data sources used in training their systems.
- Ensure copyright rules in the AI law remain strict and enforceable.
The artists’ video campaign is part of a wider push from rights holders calling on the European Commission to listen and act in favor of creators.
What Creatives Can Do
Staying informed about AI regulations helps artists and creators understand the evolving landscape around their work. For those interested in learning more about AI tools affecting creative jobs or how AI impacts copyright, there are resources available that provide practical insights and training.
Explore AI courses and resources tailored for creative professionals at Complete AI Training.
Protecting creative rights in the age of AI requires awareness, advocacy, and knowledge. This campaign highlights the need for clear rules that respect and safeguard the work of artists everywhere.
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