AI & Rights: New Developments & Challenges in Licensing Content for AI

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape the book publishing industry, navigating the complex terrain of content licensing and rights management is more critical than ever.

In this third session of our AI and the Book Publishing Industry series, we’ll explore the emerging legal frameworks, risks, and strategies for protecting intellectual property in an AI-enhanced world. If you're involved in licensing, rights management, or legal matters in publishing, this session will provide you with essential insights to ensure you're ahead of the curve.

Who Should Attend?

• Rights directors overseeing licensing agreements
• Literary agents negotiating content usage and distribution
• Licensing managers managing content rights for AI applications
• Libraries and aggregators navigating AI-related licensing
• Editors involved in managing rights for AI-assisted works
• Legal counsel advising on AI-related intellectual property issues

What You’ll Learn:

• Legal Framework for AI-Generated Content: Understand the current landscape of laws and regulations surrounding AI-created works and how they impact your rights management strategies.
• Rights Management for AI-Trained Models: Explore the complexities of managing rights when training AI models with copyrighted material and the implications for content creators.
• International Licensing Considerations: Get insights into the global challenges of licensing content for AI applications and how to handle cross-border licensing agreements.
• Contract Language for AI Usage Rights: Learn the key elements to include in contracts to protect intellectual property and clearly define rights related to AI content usage.
• Risk Assessment Strategies: Assess the potential legal risks associated with AI in publishing and how to proactively mitigate them.
• Data Protection Requirements: Discover the data protection regulations relevant to AI, including how to comply with privacy laws and safeguard sensitive information.
• Licensing Models for AI-Assisted Works: Explore innovative licensing models for works influenced by AI and how to adapt traditional models to meet evolving industry needs.
• Future Regulatory Trends: Get ahead of the curve by understanding where AI-related rights and licensing laws are heading and what to expect in the future.

This session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the fast-evolving landscape of AI rights and licensing. Register now to secure your spot and protect your intellectual property in the age of AI!

AI and the Book Publishing Industry brings together publishing professionals and industry leaders to explore the transformative impact AI is having on everything from editorial workflows to marketing strategies. Whether you're a publisher looking to integrate AI tools into your processes, an author curious about how technology can enhance your writing journey, or a thought leader striving to stay ahead of industry trends, this is an unmissable webinar series.

The series is led by Thad McIlroy, principal of The Future of Publishing, and a renowned publishing technology analyst, expert in publication metadata and online book marketing, and author of The AI Revolution in Book Publishing. Thad’s deep industry knowledge and firsthand experience will guide attendees through every session, ensuring that the content is not only relevant but also immediately applicable to real-world challenges. As a respected speaker, presenter, and thought leader, Thad brings an invaluable perspective on the role of AI in the publishing world.