Part 9/12:
Discussing the darker timeline, Mike expresses concern about ownership rights and the unauthorized use of artists’ work in training AI models. He advocates transparency, encouraging people to disclose AI involvement and pay fair compensation to creators when possible. Recognizing the international complexity of copyright law, he suggests that the global landscape will require evolving legal frameworks—something society must actively shape.
He emphasizes that AI models learn through mimicry—an innate human trait—and raises questions about consent and compensation for artists whose work is used without permission. Transparency and disclosure are first steps, but he acknowledges the need for ongoing debate and regulation.