NSCL--USING AI WRITING BOTS AND OTHER GENERATIVE AI TOOLS - IS IT LEGAL?

June 26, 2023

Does use of an Generative AI tools like OpenAI’s ChatGPT infringe Canadian copyright law? A good question. So I asked ChatGPT. This is the response I received:

“I am not a legal expert, but as an AI language model, I can provide some general information. Using ChatGPT itself does not necessarily infringe Canadian copyright law. However, it’s important to note that the content generated by ChatGPT might be subject to copyright if it incorporates protected material. If you have specific concerns about copyright, it’s advisable to consult a legal professional who can provide guidance based on the most up-to-date laws and regulations in Canada.”

The short answer to the question then is probably “maybe”. But the long answer is more complicated.

What are some of the legal implications of use of Generative AI tools?