ChatGPT and other AI platforms are creating opportunities for content creators and everyday folks who rely on AI to generate ideas and even write content. However, universities, publishing companies, and businesses still consider AI-generated essays and articles plagiarism. For many, the same plagiarism rules apply, whether the writing was done by someone other than the author or an AI program like ChatGPT. A common question filling Google search boxes is, “How do I use AI without plagiarizing?” Is All AI-Generated Text Plagiarized? While ChatGPT and other AI-based platforms offer potent tools that aid in content creation or even generate entire [...]

The launch of ChatGPT and other generative AI platforms surprised many people who did not expect the software to be so well-informed. It was only later that the general population learned that AI had been trained on billions of documents that are available online. These include blogs, newspapers, and other forms of content that are protected by copyright laws. The process is automated and far-reaching. You may be wondering, “How do I stop AI from stealing my content?” What Is Content Theft? Content theft is unlawful. Anyone who engages in content theft could be liable for damages and legal costs. [...]