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David Perlmutter's avatar

They did this to me, too. My magnum opus historical volume! I am going to definitely sign on wherever and whenever anything goes ahead.

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Simon Whaley's avatar

That’s a shame, David, but I agree. We have to sign up to everything because it helps demonstrate the size of the issue.

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Fran Hill's avatar

I'm sure you saw this today but, just in case not. And thanks for the shout-out!! https://www.theguardian.com/books/2025/apr/23/collective-licence-to-ensure-uk-authors-get-paid-for-works-used-to-train-ai

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Simon Whaley's avatar

Yes, I'd heard of this, thanks. The ALCS have been talking about it for ages and I think their system makes the most sense.

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