Thailand teams up with South Korean agencies to work on AI and protect copyrights

The Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) of Thailand convened meetings with four prominent South Korean copyright agencies in Seoul to strengthen collaboration on artificial intelligence, copyright enforcement, and rights management. The primary objectives included supporting creators and fostering growth within the digital economy.

During these bilateral discussions, the DIP and South Korean authorities explored various aspects of intellectual property, with a focus on balancing advancements in AI technology with the rights of creators. Topics covered included the use of copyrighted material for training AI models, the application of fair use, and the integration of text and data mining techniques.

Both countries emphasized the importance of transparent royalty systems and mechanisms for managing public-domain and orphan works on digital platforms. Thailand now mandates the disclosure of AI usage in copyright notification forms, while South Korea is currently reviewing appropriate guidelines for AI-related copyright activities.

Furthermore, the collaboration encompassed strategies for IP financing, such as using copyright as collateral and enabling fractional investments in music royalties. This aimed to broaden creators' access to funding opportunities. In terms of rights management, both parties discussed transparent royalty collection and distribution, incorporating both blanket and usage-based licensing models.

Additionally, the cooperation addressed combating online piracy through advanced monitoring and investigation techniques, including site blocking, AI-driven surveillance, digital forensic examinations, and measures targeting illegal IPTV services. The DIP anticipates that these joint efforts will bolster Thailand's copyright framework, ultimately benefiting creators and businesses operating within the digital economy.