In a bold move, Google commits to safeguarding users of its generative AI systems on Google Cloud and Workspace platforms from allegations of intellectual property infringement. This step comes as a response to the increasing number of lawsuits from copyright owners against major tech giants.
The wave of lawsuits primarily targets companies, not individual users, accusing them of violating rights through both the training and the output of AI systems. Google, like other technology firms, has significantly channeled resources into the development of generative AI, integrating it into various products.
This guideline encompasses software such as the Vertex AI development platform and Duet AI system, renowned for their capabilities in text and image generation. However, Google makes it clear that the indemnification won’t apply if users “deliberately produce or utilize generated content to violate other’s rights”.
Google’s proactive stance signifies the increasing need for transparency and safeguarding in the fast-paced intersection of AI and copyright law. With this policy, Google is not only establishing a benchmark but also nurturing a more secure environment for the growth and application of AI technologies.
