Publishers Oppose DPIIT's AI Licensing Plan, Warn of Industry Risks

• Indian digital news publishers strongly oppose DPIIT's proposed 'hybrid' AI licensing framework for copyrighted content.
• Publishers argue the framework undermines the news industry, weakens IP protections, and poses regulatory and national security risks.
• They contend news content is mischaracterized, ignoring its time-sensitive and civic value, unlike entertainment content.
• Concerns include lack of public necessity, stripping creators' rights, and irreversible access for AI developers without opt-out mechanisms.
• Publishers warn of FDI and national security risks, potential for foreign entities to shape public discourse, and lack of economic assessment for the model.

Why It Matters: News publishers reject DPIIT's AI licensing, citing threats to IP, national security, and industry sustainability.