Elton’s not vibing with the robots

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Elton’s not vibing with the robots

The UK’s copyright debate over AI has hit another snag.

The House of Lords has rejected the government’s Data (Use and Access) Bill for the fourth time, this round over transparency.

Peers want tech companies to clearly state what copyrighted content they’re using to train AI models. The Commons keeps pushing back.

This back-and-forth is now stalling a major bill that also includes NHS data sharing and even a map of the country’s underground pipes.

If things continue to drag on, the whole thing could get scrapped.

What’s at stake:

• A rule forcing AI firms to reveal which copyrighted materials they’re using

• Warnings from artists like Sir Elton John about lost income and creative rights

• A broader bill that could fall apart if this deadlock drags on

Big bill energy, tiny compromise

At the core of it is trying to strike a fair balance between supporting AI development and protecting creatives.

The Lords say artists deserve to know when their work’s being used.

The government, backed by figures like Meta’s Nick Clegg, warns that too many restrictions could push AI firms and jobs out of the UK.

Right now, there’s no deal in sight. And neither side seems ready to blink.

The UK’s AI bill has more plot twists than a K-drama.