In the vote on 10 March, I supported the report on generative artificial intelligence and copyright (the Generative AI and Copyright report), as it represents an important step toward establishing clear and fair rules for the operation of new technologies in Europe. The rapid development of generative AI raises serious questions about the use of copyright-protected content for model training, as well as about fair remuneration for creators.
The report clearly confirms that EU copyright law applies to all generative AI services offered on the EU market – regardless of where their providers are based or where the models were trained. This is an important signal that the development of new technologies cannot take place outside the framework of the law.
The document also calls for the introduction of real transparency obligations for AI model providers, so that creators know whether and how their works are being used to train these systems. Only in this way will it be possible to create a well-functioning licensing market and ensure fair compensation for creators.
I believe Europe can support innovation while effectively protecting intellectual property rights at the same time. This report brings us closer to achieving that balance, while strengthening the competitiveness and technological sovereignty of the European Union.