Disney and Universal have launched a lawsuit against Midjourney, accusing the AI image generator of massively infringing on their copyrights by generating images of iconic characters like Shrek, Darth Vader, and Buzz Lightyear. The complaint describes Midjourney as a "virtual vending machine" that perpetuates plagiarism without any investment in creation. Disney and Universal assert that they have previously urged Midjourney to halt its practices to no end, contrasting it with other AI services that have implemented copyright protections. This case represents a pivotal conflict between Hollywood and generative AI technologies.
The lawsuit highlights AI's potential misuse, where copyrighted characters like Buzz Lightyear and Darth Vader are generated unlawfully, classifying Midjourney as a 'bottomless pit of plagiarism'.
Disney and Universal argue that Midjourney’s image generation blatantly incorporates their famous characters without any compensation or creative investment, risking the fabric of intellectual property.
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