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The Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Copyright


Copyrighted material is fuel for AI systems. Voluntary collective licensing is an effective solution enabling the use of copyrighted material as society realizes the benefits promised by AI systems.

I invite our Velocity of Content blog readers to check out CCC’s “AI, Copyright & Licensing” page.

It features a memo by IP and AI law expert Professor Daniel Gervais of the Vanderbilt Intellectual Property Program, where he addresses key copyright questions posed by AI technologies.

CCC is invested in collaborating with stakeholders to develop market-based licensing solutions as well as solutions that foster high data quality while advocating for responsible policies that respect copyright.

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Author: Tracey Armstrong

Tracey Armstrong is the President and Chief Executive Officer of CCC. Since becoming CEO in 2007, she has led CCC through a period of tremendous growth and innovation. Armstrong works with publishers, authors, universities, businesses, and industry associations worldwide to address copyright issues and build alliances, while leading the development of CCC’s AI license offerings. She has spoken extensively about the importance of copyright and licensing, both direct and collective, for AI uses of content. Armstrong has expanded CCC's educational and policy programs and initiatives to encompass the dynamic market changes in content consumption fostered by technology, including AI. A leading voice on global copyright, she served on the International Federation of Reproduction Rights Organisations (IFRRO) Board for 13 years. Armstrong champions CCC’s global “We Not Me” program, promoting corporate and individual social responsibility. She was named to the 2023 Forbes 50 Over 50 list, highlighting dynamic female leaders and entrepreneurs who have achieved significant success, and was honored in 2024 with a BIG Innovation Award for “leadership in the delivery of innovative business solutions.” Armstrong holds an MBA from Northeastern University.