The UK government has revised its stance on the copyright and AI consultation, acknowledging the need for further deliberation after facing significant backlash from prominent figures like Sir Elton John and Dua Lipa regarding its initial plan to permit AI companies to use copyrighted works for model training with an opt-out option. Technology Secretary Liz Kendall stated that the government no longer has a preferred approach and aims to balance the interests of the creative and AI sectors, emphasizing the importance of giving creatives control over their work while recognizing the necessity for AI training. The updated report indicated a lack of consensus on achieving these goals, and an impact assessment highlighted the contributions of both sectors to the UK economy, noting the rapid growth of the AI industry.
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