In a big blow to AI artists, the US Copyright Office has released a report stating that visual content created by generative AI platforms are not protected under current copyright laws.
AI image generators are, admittedly, a lot of fun. With just a simple prompt, you can generate a bounty of undeniably unique creations, many of which are sporting additional appendages and haunting visages worthy of your worst nightmares.
However, no matter how unique they may be, the US Copyright Office is pretty clear: Without some input beyond text, these creations cannot be copyrighted.
