New York Times Sues OpenAI and Microsoft Over Large-Scale Copyright Infringement in ChatGPT Training
The New York Times has filed a major copyright infringement lawsuit against OpenAI and Microsoft, alleging unauthorized use of its content to train AI models like ChatGPT.
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The lawsuit claims OpenAI and Microsoft "acted jointly" in copying Times' material without permission or compensation. Microsoft has invested $13 billion in OpenAI and will receive 75% of profits until repayment, followed by a 49% ownership stake.
Key allegations include:
- Large-scale copying of Times' copyrighted content for AI model training
- Times content was heavily represented in training datasets due to its "high-quality" designation
- ChatGPT reproducing Times articles verbatim in responses
- Unauthorized display of Times content through Bing Chat and Browse with Bing
- Reputational damage from AI "hallucinations" falsely attributed to the Times
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The Times attempted negotiations in April 2023 but failed to reach an agreement. The lawsuit charges:
- Vicarious and contributory copyright infringement
- DMCA violations
- Unfair competition
- Trademark dilution
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This case joins multiple ongoing lawsuits against AI companies over similar copyright concerns. The Times seeks compensation for alleged damages and aims to protect its intellectual property rights in the emerging AI landscape.
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