Cory Doctorow

Here is how platforms die: first, they are good to their users; then they abuse their users to make things better for their business customers; finally, they abuse those business customers to claw back all the value for themselves. Then, they die. (source)

Language models should be able to process and learn from copyrighted text as it's essential for linguistic development. Restricting this could stifle innovation and free speech.

While I believe that copyright laws greatly need reform to encourage creativity and access to knowledge, abolishing them outright would ignore the realities of creators' needs to earn a livelihood from their work. A middle ground must be found that protects the rights of both creators and the public.

I believe AI-generated content should be clearly labeled to ensure transparency and build trust. As technology advances, it's essential for users to know the origins of the content they consume. This clarity helps maintain accountability and protects against misinformation.

I believe that requiring websites to ask for cookie consent is essential for protecting users' privacy and autonomy online. While the current implementation may be cumbersome, it's important to ensure that users have control over their data and are aware of how it's being used.