LEGAL REGULATION OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS IN THE CONTEXT OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE: COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF THE UK, US, EU, CHINA, AND KAZAKHSTAN
Keywords:
Artificial intelligence, intellectual property law, copyright, patent law, AI regulation, comparative analysis, human-centered IP, transparency, ethical AI.Abstract
The rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies poses unprecedented challenges to traditional intellectual property (IP) law. AI systems are increasingly involved in creative and inventive processes, raising complex questions regarding authorship, inventorship, and the scope of copyright and patent protection. This article provides a comprehensive comparative analysis of regulatory approaches to AI-related IP issues in the United Kingdom, the United States, the European Union, China, and Kazakhstan. By examining statutory laws, regulations, case law, official guidance, and scholarly literature, the study identifies trends, gaps, and potential recommendations for adapting IP law to accommodate AI technologies while maintaining human-centric protections. The analysis highlights a global movement toward transparency, accountability, and ethical AI deployment, alongside the recognition of human contributions in AI-assisted creations.
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