Brief

The right-to-repair movement in the U.S. is facing significant opposition from industry groups, despite bipartisan support in Congress for legislative initiatives like the Warrior Right to Repair Act and the Repair Act. This movement advocates for consumers and third parties to be able to repair purchased electronics and appliances without undue barriers, addressing issues like the U.S. being a major producer of electronic waste. The current obstacles to repair, particularly for devices with proprietary software, are rooted in historical debates over copyright and new media, stemming from Hollywood's initial fear of VCR technology and its potential for copyright infringement. AI

Hollywood is rallying behind a new "Human Consent Standard" aimed at safeguarding artists and creators from the unchecked use of AI. This initiative seeks to establish clear guidelines for how AI can be employed in creative industries, ensuring that human contributions are respected and protected. The movement reflects a growing concern among creators about the potential displacement and exploitation of their work by artificial intelligence technologies. AI