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Fair Use and AI: The Case for a Broad Text and Data Mining Exception

Without a text and data mining exception in Canada, developers may hesitate to take on this risk of liability for copyright infringement. The exceptions absence risks a chilling effect on innovation. The current regulatory uncertainty in Canada creates further knock-on effects that affect AI adoption.

Jordan Geist

Apr 24, 20244 min read

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Samuelson-Glushko Canadian Internet Policy and Public Interest Clinic

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Fair Use and AI: The Case for a Broad Text and Data Mining Exception