Global music body warns Albanese that weakening AI copyright law will harm creativity
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The International Federation of the Phonographic Industry warns Australian Prime Minister Albanese that loosening AI copyright rules could harm creativity.
The International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI) has warned Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese that proposals to dilute the country’s copyright rules for artificial‑intelligence developers could become “a disaster for creativity”. The global peak body for the recorded‑music sector said the move – aimed at making Australia more attractive to AI firms such as OpenAI and Anthropic – would let companies train large‑scale models on copyrighted songs, films and other works without the consent of rights holders.
Industry leaders argue that weakening protections would undermine the licensing framework that funds musicians, writers and other creators worldwide. Annabelle Herd, chief executive of the Australian Recording Industry Association, echoed the concern, saying that unrestricted AI training on protected material threatens the revenue streams that sustain the creative ecosystem. The warning follows a broader coalition of 63 media organisations that have also cautioned the government about the far‑reaching impact of the proposed changes.
The issue matters because Australia’s copyright regime has long been a reference point for international policy. A shift toward looser rules could set a precedent that other jurisdictions might follow, potentially reshaping the balance between technological innovation and creators’ rights. It also raises constitutional questions raised by local artists about the scope of government authority over digital content.
Stakeholders will be watching the parliamentary debate on the amendment, any formal response from the tech companies targeted by the proposal, and possible legal challenges from rights groups. The outcome could influence how AI training data is sourced globally and shape future regulatory approaches to AI‑generated content.
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