Brazil is currently debating a proposed artificial intelligence copyright law under bill PL 2338/2023 that could significantly reshape how AI systems are developed and trained in the country. The bill would require companies to obtain permission and pay rights holders whenever copyrighted material is used to train commercial AI models, a stricter approach than in many other major economies. Supporters of the legislation argue that it is necessary to protect artists, writers, and other creators from having their work used without compensation, especially as generative AI systems rapidly expand. However, critics warn that these requirements could discourage investment in Brazil’s AI sector by increasing costs and legal uncertainty. Industry groups fear companies may choose to train models abroad instead, weakening Brazil’s ambition to become a competitive AI hub despite major public investment in infrastructure and development programs. The debate continues as lawmakers consider balancing innovation with fair compensation for creative industries.
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