The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and various industries is transforming the way we live and work. From copyrightability to healthcare, AI is making waves across the globe. In this news brief, we'll delve into the latest developments in AI, exploring its impact on copyright law, healthcare, and more.
U.S. Copyright Office Issues Report on Artificial Intelligence and Copyrightability
The U.S. Copyright Office has issued a report on artificial intelligence and copyrightability, addressing the issue of whether AI-generated content can be copyrighted. The report concludes that assistive use of AI tools does not deprive works of copyright protection, but prompts are generally insufficient to make AI output copyrightable. However, expressive inputs, such as hand-drawn illustrations, may result in copyrightable AI output.
HIMSSCast: Nurse Practitioners and AI
Nurse practitioners are increasingly using AI to improve patient outcomes. Stephen Ferrara, DNP, president of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, discusses the role of AI in healthcare, including its potential to review patient data from wearable devices and quickly spot changes in health status.
Amazon Warns of Capacity Constraints in AI Demand
Amazon.com has warned investors that it may face capacity constraints in its cloud computing division due to high demand for AI services. CEO Andy Jassy plans to invest $100 billion in AI, but growth may be "lumpy" due to challenges securing sufficient hardware and electricity.
Meta and UNESCO Team Up to Improve Translation AI
Meta has partnered with UNESCO to improve translation and speech recognition AI. The collaboration aims to develop translation systems for underserved languages, including Inuktitut and Inuinnaqtun. Meta is also releasing an open-source translation benchmark called BOUQuET.
Kyndryl Partners with Palo Alto for AI-Powered SASE Evolution
Kyndryl is integrating Palo Alto Networks' AI software into its secure access service edge (SASE) offer. The collaboration provides businesses with a comprehensive cloud-delivered network and security service, focusing on zero-trust principles and a cloud-first approach.
Edgecore Networks & Aprecomm Unveil AI Hardware & CX Optimization Bundle
Edgecore Networks and Aprecomm have unveiled an AI hardware and customer experience (CX) optimization bundle. The bundle includes 12 months' access to Aprecomm's Virtual Wireless Expert (VWE) application, which provides self-healing and self-optimization for Wi-Fi networks.
CMA CGM Group Participates in the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit
The CMA CGM Group is participating in the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit, which brings together nearly 100 countries and over 1,000 stakeholders to discuss the opportunities and challenges of AI on a global scale. The Group is committed to innovation and the development of AI, with a focus on transforming the customer experience through AI-driven tools.
5Qs: Crane Discusses the Overwhelming Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Antitrust Law
Professor Daniel Crane notes that the rise of AI has the potential to completely upend antitrust law as we know it. AI is at the core of emerging technologies that could reinvent the entire economy, carrying profound implications for the practice of law.
Amazon Bets Big on AI With $100 Billion Investment Plan
Amazon.com plans to boost its capital expenditures in 2025, with the majority of the increased spending focusing on artificial intelligence. CEO Andy Jassy described the move as a once-in-a-lifetime business opportunity, positioning Amazon for long-term competitive success in the evolving AI landscape.
Key Takeaways
- AI is transforming various industries, from copyright law to healthcare.
- The U.S. Copyright Office has issued a report on AI and copyrightability, concluding that assistive use of AI tools does not deprive works of copyright protection.
- Nurse practitioners are increasingly using AI to improve patient outcomes.
- Amazon.com plans to invest $100 billion in AI, but growth may be "lumpy" due to challenges securing sufficient hardware and electricity.
- Meta and UNESCO are teaming up to improve translation and speech recognition AI.
- Kyndryl is integrating Palo Alto Networks' AI software into its SASE offer.
- Edgecore Networks and Aprecomm have unveiled an AI hardware and CX optimization bundle.
- The CMA CGM Group is participating in the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit.
- Professor Daniel Crane notes that the rise of AI has the potential to completely upend antitrust law as we know it.
- Amazon.com plans to boost its capital expenditures in 2025, with the majority of the increased spending focusing on artificial intelligence.
Sources
- U.S. Copyright Office Issues Report on Artificial Intelligence and Copyrightability | Data Matters Privacy Blog
- HIMSSCast: Nurse practitioners and AI
- Amazon, Like Microsoft, Says It Can’t Keep Up With AI Demand
- Meta and UNESCO team up to improve translation AI
- Kyndryl Partners with Palo Alto for AI-Powered SASE Evolution
- Edgecore Networks & Aprecomm Unveil AI Hardware & CX Optimization Bundle
- CMA CGM Group participates in the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit
- 5Qs: Crane Discusses the Overwhelming Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Antitrust Law
- Amazon Bets Big on AI With $100 Billion Investment Plan