10.7 Disclaimers and Copyright Concerns in AI-Generated Content

In terms of copyright, AI-generated ideas and suggestions are typically not copyrightable since they are usually based on commonly known concepts or widely used phrases (see resources from the United States Copyright Office https://www.copyright.gov/ai/). However, when AI generates specific content—such as particular text, creative expressions, or phrases based on proprietary or copyrighted sources—it could potentially infringe on copyright. Businesses should always check the origin of the content generated by AIWAs and ensure that it doesn’t infringe on intellectual property rights.

Businesses (and you) should consider attributing the AIWA as the source of content when appropriate (Levi, et al., 2024). Many companies now use disclaimers to provide transparency to clients and stakeholders and clarify when content is AI-generated. For instance, an email or report might include a note like:

Disclaimer: “This content was generated with the assistance of AI and is intended for informational purposes only. Please verify any factual details before relying on the information provided.”