AI Companies Need to Be Regulated: Open Letter

AI companies are being called to be regulated in an open letter addressed to the U.S. Congress and European Parliament by MacStories. The letter highlights concerns about the unethical practices of AI companies using large language models without consent, leading to potential copyright infringement and a negative impact on the open web. The letter emphasizes the need for regulations to prevent further misuse of intellectual property and to ensure transparency in the training of AI models. MacStories, a media company, stresses the importance of protecting content creators and maintaining the integrity of the internet as a platform for creativity and communication. The letter urges legislators to support legislation that safeguards the rights of publishers and creators in the face of AI advancements that threaten the fundamental principles of the web. The authors, Federico Viticci and John Voorhees, advocate for a regulatory framework that prioritizes consent, transparency, and fair compensation for content used in AI training.