13,500 artists unite against unauthorized AI use of creative works
Signatories include Radiohead members, ABBA’s Björn Ulvaeus, The Cure’s Robert Smith, Jamiroquai’s Jason Kay and other notable artists.
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Over 13,500 artists and creatives have united to issue the ‘Statement on AI Training,’ addressing concerns about the unauthorized use of artistic works in AI development. This collective action aims to protect creative content from potential misuse in artificial intelligence systems.
The statement has garnered support from renowned artists across various creative fields. Notable signatories include members of Radiohead, along with musicians such as Nitin Sawhney, ABBA’s Björn Ulvaeus, The Cure’s Robert Smith, Jamiroquai’s Jason Kay, AURORA, Max Richter, and Billy Bragg.
The movement extends beyond the music industry, with high-profile actors like Julianne Moore and Kevin Bacon joining the cause. The literary world is also well-represented, with acclaimed authors Sir Kazuo Ishiguro and Sir Ian Rankin among the signatories.
The initiative’s core message states: “Unlicensed use of creative works for AI training threatens artists’ livelihoods and must be stopped.” This underscores the urgent need to protect artists’ rights in the evolving AI landscape.
The public release of this extensive list of signatories comes amid ongoing legal disputes between creatives and AI companies. These conflicts center on the use of artistic works to train AI models like ChatGPT, with many arguing that such practices infringe upon copyright laws.
Ed Newton-Rex, organizer of the open letter, highlighted to The Guardian the disparity between AI companies’ investments and their use of creative works without compensation. He emphasized that labeling it “training data” dehumanizes artists’ work.
This movement highlights the tension between AI advancement and artistic rights. The ‘Statement on AI Training’ advocates for a more responsible approach to AI development in creative fields, giving voice to the concerns of thousands of artists.
For more information and the full list of signatories, visit the ‘Statement on AI Training’ website.
