Creative Commons has introduced CC signals, a new project designed to help control how artificial intelligence systems access and use online content for training purposes. The initiative, reported by Sarah Perez at TechCrunch, aims to create a framework that balances open internet access with growing concerns about unrestricted AI data collection.
The system will allow website owners and content creators to specify whether their data can be used to train AI models. This addresses increasing tensions as companies like X and Reddit have changed their policies to restrict AI crawling, while others seek new revenue from AI companies accessing their content.
“CC signals are designed to sustain the commons in the age of AI,” said Creative Commons CEO Anna Tumadóttir. The organization plans to launch an alpha version in November 2025 and is currently seeking public feedback through town halls and online platforms.