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AI Music Can Now Be Copyrighted in South Korea, Association Says
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AI Music Can Now Be Copyrighted in South Korea, Association Says

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • South Korea's Copyright Association now allows copyright registration for AI-generated music, recognizing human-AI collaboration.
  • This move acknowledges the creative input of individuals working with AI tools in music production.
  • The association's decision aims to adapt copyright laws to the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence in creative industries.

The Korean Music Copyright Association (KOMCA) has opened its doors to copyright registration for AI-generated music, a significant step acknowledging the growing role of artificial intelligence in creative fields. The association will now permit copyright registration for music produced through collaboration between humans and AI.

This policy shift reflects a broader trend of integrating AI into artistic processes. KOMCA's decision signals a recognition that human direction and curation of AI tools constitute a form of creative authorship. The association views this as a way to embrace technological advancements while ensuring that copyright frameworks remain relevant.

"We recognize the collaboration between humans and AI," stated a KOMCA representative, highlighting the association's commitment to adapting to new technologies. This move is expected to impact how music is created, distributed, and protected in South Korea, potentially setting a precedent for other creative industries grappling with AI's influence.

We recognize the collaboration between humans and AI

— KOMCA representativeExplaining the association's decision to allow copyright registration for AI-generated music.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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