Copyright, AI, and other Digital Resources (With KARA DAVID)

Summary

In this educational video, Asst. Prof. Kara David-Cancio discusses the importance of understanding copyright in the digital age. She explains that intellectual property, including social media posts, is protected by law, and using someone else's work without permission can lead to legal consequences. The video introduces the concept of 'Fair Use,' outlining four factors to consider when using others' content responsibly. It also touches on the misuse of AI, such as deep fakes, and the ethical use of AI tools like ChatGPT, emphasizing the need to give credit where it's due and to respect the originality and ownership of content.

Takeaways

• 😲 Technology has introduced new slang terms like 'FR' (For Real), 'NGL' (Not Gonna Lie), and 'OMG' (Oh My God), which have become part of our digital communication.
• 🚫 Using 'CTTO' (Credit to the Owner) or 'No Copyright Infringement Intended' does not exempt one from copyright violations; it is not a legal defense.
• 📚 Intellectual Property (IP) includes creations of the mind, such as inventions, scripts, songs, and designs, all protected under the Intellectual Property Code.
• 📸 Copyright law prohibits others from copying, publishing, reproducing, or modifying your original work without your permission.
• 💡 Plagiarism occurs when original authors are not credited for their work, which is a form of copyright infringement.
• 🚨 Violating copyright law can result in severe penalties, including imprisonment and fines.
• 🔍 Fair Use allows limited use of copyrighted material under specific conditions, such as for news reporting, commentary, criticism, or educational purposes.
• 🎓 The four factors of Fair Use include the purpose of use, the nature of the copyrighted work, the substantiality of the portion taken, and the effect of use on the market.
• 🤖 AI technologies like deep fakes and generative AI can be misused to create false content, emphasizing the importance of ethical AI use.
• 📝 It's crucial to give proper credit and seek permission when using others' work to maintain fairness and respect intellectual property rights.

Q & A

What does 'CTTO' stand for and what is its common misuse?

CTTO stands for 'credit to the owner.' It is often misused by people who believe that by adding 'CTTO' to a post, they can use any content online without permission, which is incorrect.

What is the role of the Intellectual Property Code in digital content?

The Intellectual Property Code protects original content such as inventions, scripts, essays, songs, designs, and social media posts, ensuring that creators have exclusive rights to their work.

What are the consequences of violating copyright law as mentioned in the script?

Violating copyright law can result in penalties including one to three years in prison and a fine of not less than P50,000.

What is 'Fair Use' and how does it relate to using others' work?

Fair Use refers to the legal doctrine that allows for the use of copyrighted material without permission under certain circumstances, such as for news reporting, commentary, criticism, or educational purposes.

What are the four factors that determine whether the use of copyrighted material is considered fair use?

The four factors are: 1) Purpose of use, 2) Nature of the copyrighted work, 3) Substantiality of portion taken, and 4) Effect of use on the market.

Why is it important to acknowledge the original author when using their work under fair use?

Acknowledging the original author is important to respect their intellectual property rights and to provide proper attribution, which is often a requirement under fair use guidelines.

What is the transformative test in the context of fair use?

The transformative test refers to the alteration or transformation of the original content in a way that it becomes a new creation, such as in parodies, satires, or memes, which may qualify as fair use.

How does the script differentiate between copying content and sharing it on social media?

The script advises against copying content and instead suggests using social media features like sharing or re-posting to respect the original creator's rights.

What is a 'deep fake' and how does it relate to intellectual property and AI?

A 'deep fake' is a technique that uses AI to create false information, such as audio or video, that appears real. It relates to intellectual property as it can be used to impersonate someone without their consent, potentially infringing on their rights.

What is the generative AI ChatGPT mentioned in the script, and why is it important to use it ethically?

Generative AI ChatGPT is an AI that can generate human-like text based on prompts. It is important to use it ethically because simply copying and pasting its outputs without creating original work can be considered plagiarism and misuse of AI.

What is the key message about the use of AI and digital resources conveyed in the script?

The key message is to use AI and digital resources responsibly, ensuring that the rights of content creators are respected, and that credit is given where it is due to maintain fairness and avoid plagiarism.