Paul McCartney is certainly set for life, but in a recent interview with the BBC, the former Beatle stumped for protections for younger artists against A.I. and exploitation by tech giants. "You get young guys,

The Beatle calls on the government to reconsider proposed changes to copyright law.

LONDON (AP) — Paul McCartney urged the British government not to make a change to copyright laws that he says could let artificial intelligence companies rip off artists. The government is consulting on whether to let tech firms use copyrighted material to help train artificial intelligence models unless the creators explicitly opt out.

Paul McCartney said proposed changes to copyright laws that would allow AI developers to use content will make it difficult for artists to make money.

The UK government is set to consult on a scheme that allows AI firms to use existing musical works to train their models.

Paul McCartney cautions that AI could exploit artists unless UK copyright reforms are enacted. He stresses the need for protections to ensure creators are compensated, as tech giants may otherwise profit.

Beatles musician Paul McCartney has warned that artificial intelligence could be used to "rip off" artists, urging the British government to make sure upcoming copyright reforms protect its creative industries.