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Copyright Infringement: The Dictionary Sues OpenAI

Joining an army of other plaintiffs suing OpenAI for alleged copyright infringement, the dictionary has now filed a complaint. Two of the world’s most recognized reference institutions, Encyclopedia Britannica and its subsidiary Merriam-Webster, have filed a federal copyright lawsuit against OpenAI in Manhattan. It alleges the unauthorized use of their human-researched, fact-checked content to train […]

Warner Signs Deals with Suno and Udio and Settles AI Lawsuits

Following prolonged litigation regarding the unauthorized use of licensed music, Warner Music has signed landmark deals with AI startups Udio and Suno. The licensing agreements ensure that its artists are compensated and have control over how their music is used, while creating new revenue streams. Warner and Udio to Build a Licensed AI Music Platform

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Sora 2 Has a Serious AI Copyright Infringement Problem

OpenAI’s newly released Sora video generation app is facing potential legal challenges as users create AI-generated content featuring copyrighted characters and brand imagery. The platform has seen clips involving characters from properties like Pokémon, SpongeBob SquarePants, and The Simpsons. This unauthorized use of copyrighted material is raising concerns among legal experts about widespread copyright violations.

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Major Labels and Artists Battling AI Copyright Infringement and Unauthorized Use

Major record labels have launched a federal lawsuit against AI music platform Suno, Inc.. They allege massive copyright infringement that could reshape the music industry’s relationship with artificial intelligence. At the same time, Sony Music is suing music streamer LiveOne for unpaid licensing fees. Both cases focus on the unauthorized use of copyrighted music. Who’s

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Eminem Publisher Sues Meta for Copyright Infringement

Eight Mile Style, the publishing company that holds the rights to 243 Eminem songs, filed a lawsuit alleging copyright infringement against Meta, parent company of Instagram and Facebook. What the Copyright Infringement Lawsuit Claims Eight Mile Style, in their lawsuit against Meta, alleges widespread copyright violations involving the rapper’s musical catalog. Filed in Detroit federal

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Estate of Notorious B.I.G. Sues for Photo Infringement

The estate of Notorious B.I.G., Republic Merchandising (their IP company), and photographer Barron Claiborne have filed a lawsuit in Illinois federal court against multiple defendants, including canvas-art company iCanvas and major retailers like Home Depot, Target, and Nordstrom. The case centers on the iconic “King of New York” photograph, taken by Claiborne three days before

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NMPA Says Spotify Podcasts Guilty of Copyright Infringement

The National Music Publishers’ Association (NMPA) has launched a major takedown action against Spotify, targeting over 2,500 alleged instances of copyright infringement in podcasts. This action comes amid an ongoing dispute over Spotify’s recent reclassification of its U.S. subscriptions as bundles. This business decision has reportedly saved the company over $100 million in compositional royalties.

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Anyone following news stories about the rapid pace of AI development and creative industries’ ongoing battle over rampant copyright infringement will know that 2024 was a contentious year. AI Copyright Infringement Lawsuits – The Year in Review As the year started, authors sued OpenAI and Microsoft for copyright infringement, claiming they stole their copyrighted works

Sony Wins TikTok Copyright Infringement Case – Awarded $800k

In a landmark ruling, Sony Music has been awarded a staggering $802,997.23 in damages for copyright infringement against a popular TikTok creator. District Judge Mark T. Pittman’s unequivocal verdict serves as a potent reminder of the consequences of unauthorized use of copyrighted material. TikTok Sensation Vs. Sony Music The case centered around Dantreal Daevon Clark-Rainbolt,

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OpenAI and Microsoft Sued by NY Times for Copyright Infringement

A recent legal battle between The New York Times and tech giants OpenAI and Microsoft has escalated into a lawsuit over alleged copyright infringement. The Times has accused OpenAI of using its content without permission to train the widely popular chatbot, ChatGPT. Previously, negotiations between the legal teams of OpenAI and The New York Times

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