Several top global news and publishing organizations, including Agence France-Presse (AFP), European Pressphoto Agency, Getty Images, and others, have signed an open letter addressing policymakers and industry leaders. They are urging the establishment of a regulatory framework for generative AI models to preserve public trust in media and protect the integrity of content.
The letter, entitled “PRESERVING PUBLIC TRUST IN MEDIA THROUGH UNIFIED AI REGULATION AND PRACTICES,” outlines specific principles for the responsible growth of AI models and raises concerns about the potential risks if appropriate regulations are not implemented swiftly.
Proposed Regulations
Among the proposed principles for regulation, the letter emphasizes:
Transparency: The disclosure of training sets used in the creation of generative AI models, enabling scrutiny of potential biases or misinformation.
Intellectual Property Protection: Safeguarding the rights…
