AI Tools

Copyright in regards to both the creation of generative-AI produced materials, as well as in the using thereof is a continually evolving discussion.

There are an extensive number of ongoing lawsuits regarding Large Language Models scraping copywritten and private material, meaning these systems may not be producing original work.

This article from a legal blog goes into detail on how these models scrape data, and where the complexities arise in trying these cases.

Libraries prioritize the security and privacy of users in the use of AI tools, technology, and training data. Libraries will continue to advocate for laws and regulations that protect the personal information of library users and employees.

Here are some further readings from major library institutions for a better idea of what sorts of responses libraries have made:

The American Library Association and AI - Center for the Future of Libraries and Artificial Intelligence

Canadian Association of Research Libraries [PDF] goes into specific recommendations for librarians going forward.

The Association of Research Libraries and the Coalition for Networked Information produced a series of scenarios for different ways the future of AI could develop.