Here’s something interesting for creators and tech enthusiasts: AI-generated works that are tweaked by humans might just qualify for copyright protection in the U.S. However, content made entirely by AI without any human touch? That’s a no-go.

This comes straight from a recent report by the U.S. Copyright Office (USCO). The guidelines clarify that movies or books using AI tools—like de-aging actors or cleaning up scenes—can be copyrighted if humans step in to make adjustments. But here’s the catch: simply typing a prompt like “draw a flower in spring” won’t cut it for copyright protection.

The agency is still figuring out whether AI systems making independent artistic decisions can produce copyrightable material. They plan to dive deeper into this in a follow-up report later this year.

For now, it’s clear that human involvement is key when it comes to protecting AI-assisted creations. So, if you’re experimenting with generative AI tools, remember to add your personal flair to the mix!