Protecting Your Ideas in the AI Era

Category: Intellectual Property

Who owns the content that AI creates? Can you copyright an AI-generated image? What happens when AI trains on your proprietary data? These questions are reshaping intellectual property law in real-time. As both an IP attorney and AI thought leader, David Maples provides clarity in this rapidly evolving landscape, helping businesses protect their innovations while leveraging AI responsibly.

Key Takeaways

• AI ownership puzzles – Current legal frameworks and where they fall short with AI-generated content
• Copyright in the age of prompts – What can and cannot be protected when AI is your creative partner
• Training data risks – How using AI tools might expose your proprietary information
• Practical protections – Contracts, policies, and practices to safeguard your intellectual property
• Future-proofing – Preparing for regulatory changes on the horizon

Who This Talk Is For

Business owners, creative professionals, legal teams, and anyone whose competitive advantage depends on proprietary ideas, content, or processes. Critical for marketing agencies, software companies, and creative industries navigating AI adoption.

Talk Formats Available

• 60-minute keynote
• 90-minute workshop with policy templates
• CLE-accredited presentation for legal professionals