AI And IP: Navigating The Future Of Innovation Law

INTRODUCTION

Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a catalyst for innovation across diverse sectors, reshaping traditional paradigms and challenging existing legal frameworks, particularly in intellectual property (IP) laws. In India, where the legal landscape governing copyrights and patents has evolved incrementally over decades, the advent of AI presents both opportunities and complexities. AI's ability to autonomously generate creative works raises fundamental questions about authorship and ownership under the Indian Copyright Act. Similarly, in patent law, AI's role in innovation confronts established norms regarding inventorship and patentability criteria. This essay explores these intricate dynamics, examining recent legal precedents such as the DABUS and RAGHAV cases, which have underscored the ambiguities surrounding AI's legal standing. Furthermore, it analyzes how AI integration has streamlined patent examination processes, enhancing efficiency