A Chinese court ruled that images created by AI violate the copyright of the well-known Japanese superhero Ultraman and must compensate the right holders, highlighting the challenges as AI becomes more and more prevalent.
The Guangzhou Internet Court has granted 10,000 yuan (1,400 USD) to the plaintiff for damages. The AI’s company image was discovered to be “substantially similar” to the original.
The court case follows a ruling by a court in Beijing that recognized artists’ ownership over AI-generated material created using their original work.
While the ruling shows the inherent complexities of cases involving AI, it could also potentially influence how other jurisdictions review copyright law when examining laws involving AI-generated content.
Furthermore, the ruling could also be potentially used to shape or influence future legal frameworks regarding AI and copyright.
