AI & Rights: Future Areas for Standards Work on Licensing

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. 

Part of our AI and the Book Publishing Industry series, this webinar will explore the future of standards and licensing 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. Todd Carpenter (NISO) will present and engage in discussion with BISG Rights Committee Chair Kris Kliemann (Kliemann & Co.). 

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:

• 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.
• 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 Standards 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.

AI and the Book Publishing Industry webinar series 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.