Over 24 European creative and rights holder organizations, including GESAC, IMPALA, and IFPI, have issued a joint statement calling for effective implementation of the EU AI Act to protect creators' rights.

The organizations highlight concerns about AI companies using copyrighted content without authorization for training their models. They emphasize the need for accountability and fair compensation in AI development.

Key points from the joint statement:

• The AI Act should establish ethical and responsible AI regulation standards globally
• AI companies are currently using content without permission "on an industrial scale"
• Implementation must ensure transparency in AI model training data
• Providers must demonstrate compliance with EU copyright law
• The framework should protect creative industries while enabling AI innovation

The AI Act defines artificial intelligence systems as machine-based systems that autonomously generate outputs affecting physical or virtual environments. This broad definition aims to cover various technologies, including generative AI and deep learning.

The organizations stress that meaningful implementation is crucial for:

• Creating a sustainable licensing market
• Ensuring fair market competition
• Protecting creators' rights
• Maintaining high-quality, diverse content in AI training
• Strengthening Europe's creative industries

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