CCC, a leader in copyright and innovation, has announced a groundbreaking addition to its Annual Copyright Licenses (ACL). This new feature introduces AI re-use rights, making the ACL the first collective licensing solution for integrating copyrighted materials into AI systems for internal use.
- Overview of AI Re-Use Rights
- First collective licensing solution for AI use
- Designed for internal use of copyrighted materials
- Offers rights from millions of works
- Benefits to Rightsholders and Businesses
- Simplifies acquisition of legal rights for AI systems
- Ensures consistent rights across various rightsholders
- Provides royalty returns to creators
- Impact on AI and Innovation
- Supports industry-wide AI advancements
- Facilitates the use of high-quality content for AI development
- Promotes efficient research and operational efficiency
- Quotes from Industry Leaders
- Tracey Armstrong, CCC President and CEO, on balancing AI and copyright
- Maria Pallante, President of the Association of American Publishers, on ethical AI development
- Babis Marmanis, CCC EVP and CTO, on respecting creators and copyright
- CCC’s Licensing Solutions Portfolio
- ACL for Business, Higher Education, Curriculum & Instruction, and Student Assessments
- Multinational Copyright License (MCL) for Business
- Additional services for content access and permissions
CCC’s new AI re-use rights represent a significant step forward in harmonizing copyright and AI innovation. By providing an efficient licensing solution, CCC supports both the needs of AI developers and the rights of content creators. This move aligns with CCC’s ongoing commitment to advancing copyright while fostering responsible AI use.
