Acknowledging that tensions between AI training models and copyright are complex, Ashwini Vaishnaw said simplistic regulatory approaches may not work. Foundational AI models, he noted, are built using vast amounts of publicly available knowledge from books, films, articles and other content sources.

Electronics and IT minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Monday said India is in discussions with ministers from over 30 countries to develop common technical and legal solutions to tackle the misuse of AI in media, as deepfakes and synthetic content pose growing risks to trust, democracy and creative industries.

After Rana Daggubati warned that artificial intelligence could quickly replace artistes and pose risks to creative professions, CBFC chief Prasoon Joshi offered a contrasting view, saying AI should be seen as an opportunity for India and a platform for deeper global discussions on humanity’s future.

Pragya Misra, Head of Strategy & Global Affairs, India, acknowledged that AI dependency among young users is a growing concern. “We may not get it right each time, but we are thinking about it a lot,” she said, noting that psychologists and therapists now advise the company on sensitive response design.

Does shutting down major pirate sites simply drive people to other sites, or can it also increase legal consumption? According to a new study from researchers at Chapman University and Carnegie Mellon, the answer is both.

The government has clarified that intermediaries acting against synthetically generated information in compliance with the new rules will retain safe harbour protection. Platforms can remove or restrict access to such content using automated tools or technical measures without risking liability under Section 79 of the IT Act provisions fully intact.

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday described the recently concluded agreement with India as a "historic trade deal" and said it would significantly boost American coal exports.

BestMediaInfo.com asks industry stakeholders what the new draft regulations mean in practice and their real-world impact on companies and consumers

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