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New York Times Faces Legal Battle with OpenAI Over Copyright Infringement

The lawsuit could set a precedent for AI's use of copyrighted material, while the Times explores AI for internal editorial tasks.

  • The New York Times is suing OpenAI and Microsoft for allegedly scraping articles without permission.
  • The lawsuit demands billions in damages and aims to halt the use of copyrighted material in AI training.
  • OpenAI has requested access to reporters' notes and other materials, which the Times argues is invasive and unprecedented.
  • The case highlights the tension between protecting intellectual property and advancing AI technology.
  • The outcome could significantly impact the future development and regulation of generative AI.
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