Intellectual property laws in Azerbaijan adapts to AI challenges
Azerbaijani authorities aim to adapt intellectual property laws to keep pace with rapid AI advancements.
Azerbaijan is preparing to update its intellectual property legislation to address the growing impact of artificial intelligence. Kamran Imanov, Chairman of the Intellectual Property Agency, highlighted that AI raises complex questions about authorship, invention, and human–AI collaboration that current laws cannot fully resolve.
The absence of legal personality for AI creates challenges in defining rights and responsibilities, prompting a reassessment of both national and international legal norms. Imanov underlined that reforming intellectual property rules is essential for fostering innovation while protecting creators’ rights.
Recent initiatives, including the adoption of a national AI strategy and the establishment of the Artificial Intelligence Academy, demonstrate Azerbaijan’s commitment to building a robust governance framework for emerging technologies. The country is actively prioritising AI regulation to guide ethical development and usage.
The Intellectual Property Agency, in collaboration with the World Intellectual Property Organization, recently hosted an international conference in Baku on intellectual property and AI. Experts from around the globe convened to discuss the challenges and opportunities posed by AI in the legal protection of inventions and creative works.
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