Japanese AI experts are warning against the use of illegally-obtained information to train AI, as it could lead to copyright infringement, job losses, false information, and the leaking of confidential data.

The government's AI strategy council has raised concerns about the lack of regulation around AI, including the risks it poses to copyright infringement.

Japanese lawmaker Takashi Kii has highlighted that there are currently no laws prohibiting AI from using copyrighted material and illegally-acquired information for training.

Legal experts suggest that until machines or robots are recognized as capable of authorship, the issue remains a gray area that requires legal proceedings and regulation.