ChatGPT is a language-processing tool developed by OpenAI that allows users to interact with a chatbot and compose essays, emails, and code. The artificial intelligence (AI) software pulls pre-existing information from search engines and creates content from people’s search queries. However, fears of job displacement and potential risks to society place AI development at a crossroads. Education sectors especially are apprehensive about the implications of ChatGPT being used as a free essay-writing tool.
The US Copyright Office has issued a statement in March that AI-generated works are not eligible for copyright. Similarly, Malaysia is yet to develop a comprehensive plan for AI regulation but existing legislation under the Patents Act 1983, Trademarks Act 2019, and Copyright Act 1987 may be able to cover certain IP issues. Liability in the event of IP infringement must be made clear so that the responsibility falls on the right party.
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Elon Musk, American Billionaire entrepreneur and Geoffrey Hinton, widely known as the godfather of AI, have both been vocal in regards to the potential dangers of AI chatbots and have raised warnings and paused the development of highly advanced systems.
Overall, ChatGPT has sparked debates amongst experts with both sides of the fence holding strong opinions. It is clear that people feel uncertain of the implications of this technology and its potential risks associated with AI-generated content. It would be beneficial to have a greater legislative awareness of the technology when it comes to IP rights and liabilities to ensure that the content generated is secure and protected.
