M&C in the news: EU's Copyright Calls Too Late To Dent AI Boom

As the EU accelerates efforts to tighten oversight of artificial intelligence, copyright is rapidly emerging as a defining battleground in the race to shape the future of the technology. In Law360, Of Counsel Simon Portman comments on how the European Parliament’s latest proposals could reshape the regulatory landscape, and why the practical realities of implementing such measures may prove more complex than anticipated.

EU lawmakers are considering far‑reaching requirements for generative AI providers, including detailed disclosures of training datasets and new mechanisms to ensure compensation for rightsholders. While these measures signal a strong intention to reinforce creator protections, Simon highlights that they also introduce significant operational challenges for developers and policymakers alike.

He notes that although the EU continues to distinguish itself through an assertive regulatory stance — diverging from the more tech‑aligned approaches emerging in other jurisdictions — the feasibility of delivering meaningful protection without creating unworkable burdens remains unresolved.

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