1During President Trump’s term, his administration implemented a controversial reorganization of how public art in federal buildings is managed. Historically, the General Services Administration (GSA) oversaw one of the largest public art collections in the United...
Luxury Brands Voice Concern Over Proposed AI Copyright Reforms
Leading luxury brands, including Chanel and Burberry, have expressed strong opposition to the Labour Party’s proposal to amend copyright laws in favor of artificial intelligence. The proposed changes, spearheaded by the UK Labour Party, would allow AI systems broader...
US Court Rules AI-Generated Art Cannot Be Copyrighted
A recent ruling by the United States Court of Appeals in Washington, D.C. has reaffirmed that artworks created solely by artificial intelligence without human involvement are not eligible for copyright protection under U.S. law. The case was brought by Stephen Thaler,...
UK’s AI Copyright Reform Faces Legal and Academic Criticism
The UK government’s proposed AI copyright reform is facing strong opposition from both legal experts and academics. The plan, which would allow AI companies to use copyrighted works without explicit permission unless creators opt out, is being criticized for...
The Guardian’s Editorial on AI and Copyright: Protecting Human Creativity
As artificial intelligence (AI) rapidly evolves, concerns over its impact on copyright laws and artistic integrity continue to grow. The Guardian has published an editorial emphasizing the importance of protecting creative works in an era where AI-generated content is...
Jeff Koons Wins Copyright Infringement Lawsuit
Renowned American pop artist Jeff Koons has won a copyright lawsuit filed against him by sculptor Michael Hayden. The lawsuit alleged that Koons had used Hayden’s artwork without permission over three decades ago, incorporating elements of the sculptor’s work into his...
AI Revolutionizes Art Authentication: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Verifying Artworks
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the field of art authentication, introducing new ways to verify the authenticity of artworks. By combining traditional expertise with AI-powered analysis, experts are making significant advancements in detecting forgeries. The...
UK AI Copyright Law Reform Sparks Backlash from Artists
The UK government's proposal to loosen copyright laws and allow AI companies to use copyrighted content without permission or fees has sparked intense controversy. While the government argues that the move will drive economic growth and technological advancement,...
German Federal Court Rules Birkenstock Sandals Are Not Art
On February 21, 2025, Germany’s Federal Court of Justice (BGH) ruled that Birkenstock sandals cannot be considered works of art and are not eligible for copyright protection. This decision may make it more difficult for Birkenstock to protect its designs and combat...
The Inigo Philbrick Scandal: How Art Market Secrecy Enables Fraud
The art market has long operated under a veil of secrecy, with private transactions dominating the industry. While discretion and confidentiality have been key features of art trading, concerns are growing that this secrecy is facilitating fraud and illicit financial...