The U.S. Copyright Office has released a comprehensive report clarifying the copyright protections for AI-generated works. The report emphasizes that AI-generated content alone cannot receive copyright protection, but human creators who use AI as a tool are still eligible for rights on the human-authored portions. The 52-page report confirms that meaningful human authorship and creativity are required for copyright and addresses how existing laws apply to AI-related copyright issues. Key points include the necessity of human control over creative elements and the viability of copyrighting works combining human and AI contributions. This update provides significant clarity, especially for educators and professionals working with AI tools.