Guangdong Issues Landmark AI and IP Judicial Policy

Guangdong's top court issued China's first AI and IP judicial policy, clarifying copyright responsibilities for AI-generated content. The guidelines emphasize case-by-case analysis.

The court requires judges to handle ownership disputes of AI-generated content, like DeepSeek's. Judges must define content nature and ownership, examining evidence and human contribution.

Ownership is determined by law, contracts, contributions, and investment. The policy aims to support AI industry growth, the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, and AI integration across industries.

It refines standards for AI innovation benefits, protects innovators' rights, and promotes cooperation. The document outlines infringement and liability rules, balancing rights protection and industrial growth.

This is the first local judicial policy for AI content ownership. Courts have been protecting innovation, integrating judicial protection with tech innovation, and exploring new business rules.

Courts will release IP protection cases and address emerging issues, offering clear rules for innovators. Experts support the policy, which protects IP, fosters innovation, and prevents risks.

The policy encourages contracts for AI-related activities, facilitating business goals. It responds to the AI industry's rapid growth and rising content ownership disputes.