AI: ‘The biggest act of copyright theft in history’
Aug 15, 2025 •
A few weeks ago, Atlassian co-founder Scott Farquhar addressed the National Press Club to discuss what he describes as the “next great industrial revolution”.
Singing the praises of the economic opportunity of artificial intelligence, Farquhar called on the government to loosen the rules – allowing AI models to train themselves using creative works, without paying for it.
Now, as Treasurer Jim Chalmers and the Productivity Commission focus on the potential billions AI could produce – there are questions about what it will mean for the future of creative work and journalism.
Today, principal at Good Company Law, Hannah Marshall, on the collision course between AI, art and the law.
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
AI: ‘The biggest act of copyright theft in history’
1640 • Aug 15, 2025
AI: ‘The biggest act of copyright theft in history’
A few weeks ago, Atlassian co-founder Scott Farquhar addressed the National Press Club to discuss what he describes as the “next great industrial revolution”.
Singing the praises of the economic opportunity of artificial intelligence, Farquhar called on the government to loosen the rules – allowing AI models to train themselves using creative works, without paying for it.
Now, as Treasurer Jim Chalmers and the Productivity Commission focus on the potential billions AI could produce – there are questions about what it will mean for the future of creative work and journalism.
Today, principal at Good Company Law, Hannah Marshall, on the collision course between AI, art and the law.
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
Guest: Principal at Good Company Law, Hannah Marshall
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