Currently, most countries including South Korea do not recognize copyright for content automatically generated by AI. This is because copyright law defines copyrighted works as “creative expressions of human thoughts or emotions.”
When copyright is recognizedCopyright may be recognized for portions where the user has added additional creative work such as editing, arrangement, or composition to AI-generated content.
The most important thing is to ensure that the generation process does not infringe on others’ copyrights, trademarks, or portrait rights.
Celebrities, characters, brandsUsing famous people’s faces, well-known characters (e.g., Disney, Marvel), or specific brand logos for commercial purposes without permission from the rights holders may result in legal issues.
Final responsibilityThe final responsibility for ensuring that generated content complies with relevant laws and does not infringe on others’ rights lies with the user.
Laws regarding AI and copyright are continuously evolving, so we recommend seeking professional legal advice for important commercial uses.
