Summary
Expressly permits specified copying of a lawfully published work for developing AI products and algorithms without authorization or compensation where the original copy was lawfully obtained and copying is limited to what the purpose requires, subject to the statutes general safeguard concerning normal exploitation and legitimate interests.
Relevant provisions
Art. 26(4); Art. 37; Art. 61.
Does not cover
The exception is conditional and should not be presented as blanket permission for any source, copying practice or downstream infringing use.
Legislative timeline
Entry into force: New Saudi Copyright Law became operative 180 days after publication.
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