Protection of AI Created Works under IPR Regime, Its Impact and Challenges: An Analysis

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the upcoming fields of computer science which deals with the development of intelligent tools and techniques for accomplishing different tasks that require effort and intelligence of a human being. It is considered as one of the biggest achievements, which has the potential to revolutionize diverse aspects of life. The concept of AI can be read together with Intellectual Property (IP) as it refers to the developments of the mind which include literary works, inventions, designs, trademarks etc which are governed under different laws. AI can create different types of IP assets and assist in its management including licensing of the invented creations, enforcement, analysis and so on. The issue that has been raised at multiple platforms is with regard to the use of AI and its impact on IP as there are high chances of exploitation of those assets along with other legal and ethical challenges. The ownership of the creations, patentability, protection of data and information, infringement of symbols or any other copyright issues etc have become issues of concern which require careful consideration and proper analysis. On one hand, AI is playing a huge role in creating advanced types of IP assets which is effective in developing diverse business models and on the other hand, it can be seen that it is creating issues concerning ownership, patentability, infringement etc. which is having an impact on the Intellectual Property Rights (IPR). This paper aims to analyse the challenges raised by AI with regard to the developments in the IP sector and infringement of IPR along with its legal and ethical implications. The research will focus on the impact of AI on IPR and the issues arising out of the interventions by AI tools in IP assets. The policy frameworks which are required to address such challenges and bring in effective alternatives will be discussed in the paper along with the recommendations to be provided to the policymakers, legal scholars and other professionals.