Is it legally possible to explicitly exclude the use of content (text, images, code, etc.) for the purpose of training AI models by including a corresponding clause in the terms of use?

DandomRude@lemmy.world · 2 天前

Is it legally possible to explicitly exclude the use of content (text, images, code, etc.) for the purpose of training AI models by including a corresponding clause in the terms of use?

DandomRude@lemmy.world · 2 天前

Yes, I agree. Explicitly excluding AI training in your terms of use or license probably won’t deter most companies, but I think it wouldn’t hurt to include this as an addition, since a clear contractual prohibition would likely:

reduce ambiguities regarding defenses such as fair use and
create an explicit basis for contractual claims that could be additionally enforced if someone ignores the restriction.

For example, when selling a book, you could require explicit consent (checkbox opt-in or similar) to strengthen enforceability. Enforcement would still be difficult, of course, but an explicit clause might at least have a certain deterrent effect and, if necessary, create additional leverage in court, I think.

Randomgal@lemmy.ca · 1 天前

Somebody already told you this is redundant. It doesn’t ‘create additional leverage’. Copyright law exists and by default grants you all these privileges. Ignorance of the law doesn’t allow someone to break it.

The problem is even if you live in a communist utopia, a lawsuit still costs time and headaches. That is the real question. Are you willing to go to court to enforce your rights? If yes, then that’s all you need to do, because you’re already the rights owner.