The automation of art: A legal conundrum

Deep Neural Networks are systems that are able to simulate human perception by ‘memorizing’ complex patterns on a mathematical level. One application for this is in the arts, where these systems are used for their creative potential. As DNN’s become more popular, there is the danger of an unchecked proliferation of copyright protections, which risks stifling creativity. In order to prevent this, we should focus on the human element within the complex technological processes that engender automated art.

(via WSJ)