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Authors sue Claude AI chatbot creator Anthropic for copyright infringement

Authors are suing Anthropic for allegedly using pirated books to train its AI, challenging its claims of ethical AI development.

"Microsoft (MS) and OpenAI have taken a free ride on a large investment in our newspaper's journalis.. - MK

The article discusses ongoing copyright infringement lawsuits involving major media companies and AI developers, raising questions about fair use and content ownership.

Anthropic Sued by Class of Authors for 'Largescale Theft of Copyrighted Works'

Anthropic is accused of copyright infringement for training its AI on pirated books, challenging its claims of promoting AI safety and responsibility.

OpenAI Says It's "Devastated" That a Whistleblower Against It Has Been Found Dead

OpenAI whistleblower Suchir Balaji was found dead from an apparent suicide shortly after raising allegations of copyright infringement against the company.

Canadian news organizations sue OpenAI for ChatGPT copyright infringement

Canadian news outlets have filed a lawsuit against OpenAI for copyright infringement regarding unauthorized use of their content in ChatGPT.

The New York Times says OpenAI deleted evidence in its copyright lawsuit

OpenAI faces scrutiny after a court declaration reveals accidental deletion of evidence related to the NYT's plagiarism lawsuit.

Authors sue Claude AI chatbot creator Anthropic for copyright infringement

Authors are suing Anthropic for allegedly using pirated books to train its AI, challenging its claims of ethical AI development.

"Microsoft (MS) and OpenAI have taken a free ride on a large investment in our newspaper's journalis.. - MK

The article discusses ongoing copyright infringement lawsuits involving major media companies and AI developers, raising questions about fair use and content ownership.

Anthropic Sued by Class of Authors for 'Largescale Theft of Copyrighted Works'

Anthropic is accused of copyright infringement for training its AI on pirated books, challenging its claims of promoting AI safety and responsibility.

OpenAI Says It's "Devastated" That a Whistleblower Against It Has Been Found Dead

OpenAI whistleblower Suchir Balaji was found dead from an apparent suicide shortly after raising allegations of copyright infringement against the company.

Canadian news organizations sue OpenAI for ChatGPT copyright infringement

Canadian news outlets have filed a lawsuit against OpenAI for copyright infringement regarding unauthorized use of their content in ChatGPT.

The New York Times says OpenAI deleted evidence in its copyright lawsuit

OpenAI faces scrutiny after a court declaration reveals accidental deletion of evidence related to the NYT's plagiarism lawsuit.
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Copyright infringement on freepik.com (steps to do next?)

Freepik has yet to address reported copyright infringement after three weeks despite clear evidence of stolen content.
#miley-cyrus

Miley Cyrus sued for allegedly ripping off Bruno Mars song in Grammy-winning 'Flowers'

Miley Cyrus faces a copyright infringement lawsuit over similarities between her song 'Flowers' and Bruno Mars' 'When I Was Your Man.'

Miley Cyrus sued over allegedly copying Bruno Mars song on Flowers

Miley Cyrus faces a lawsuit claiming her hit 'Flowers' copies elements from Bruno Mars' song 'When I Was Your Man'.

Miley Cyrus has been accused of copying Bruno Mars with 'Flowers.' This is the fourth time she's been sued over copyright infringement.

Miley Cyrus is facing a lawsuit claiming her song 'Flowers' copies Bruno Mars' 'When I Was Your Man.' This marks her fourth copyright infringement suit.

They're Trying to Take Miley Cyrus's 'Flowers'

Miley Cyrus is being sued for copyright infringement over her song 'Flowers', but Bruno Mars is not involved in the lawsuit.

Miley Cyrus sued for allegedly ripping off Bruno Mars song in Grammy-winning 'Flowers'

Miley Cyrus faces a copyright infringement lawsuit over similarities between her song 'Flowers' and Bruno Mars' 'When I Was Your Man.'

Miley Cyrus sued over allegedly copying Bruno Mars song on Flowers

Miley Cyrus faces a lawsuit claiming her hit 'Flowers' copies elements from Bruno Mars' song 'When I Was Your Man'.

Miley Cyrus has been accused of copying Bruno Mars with 'Flowers.' This is the fourth time she's been sued over copyright infringement.

Miley Cyrus is facing a lawsuit claiming her song 'Flowers' copies Bruno Mars' 'When I Was Your Man.' This marks her fourth copyright infringement suit.

They're Trying to Take Miley Cyrus's 'Flowers'

Miley Cyrus is being sued for copyright infringement over her song 'Flowers', but Bruno Mars is not involved in the lawsuit.
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This Wild Copy Of Horizon Zero Dawn Is Just Begging For Sony To Sue

Tencent's Light of Motiram closely resembles Sony's Horizon Zero Dawn, raising concerns of blatant copyright infringement.
#openai

Canadian news organizations, including CBC, sue ChatGPT creator | CBC News

Canadian news outlets have filed a lawsuit against OpenAI for copyright infringement, seeking damages and an injunction against future use of their content.

YouTuber files class action suit over OpenAI's scrape of creators' transcripts | TechCrunch

OpenAI allegedly used YouTube videos without permission for training AI models.

Sarah Silverman says her lawsuit against OpenAI is difficult because the company is one of the 'richest entities in the world'

Sarah Silverman discusses her copyright infringement lawsuit against OpenAI, emphasizing the unauthorized use of copyrighted works for training AI.

OpenAI Scored a Legal Win Over Progressive Publishers-but the Fight's Not Finished

DMCA claims against OpenAI highlight significant legal challenges involving copyright infringement and AI-generated outputs.

News Sites Strike Out in Case Against OpenAI in New York Court

The U.S. District Court dismissed a copyright infringement lawsuit against OpenAI due to lack of standing by the plaintiffs, allowing for an amended complaint.

Other Barks & Bites for Friday, September 13: Congress Makes Moves on Key IP Bills; Google Deals with Trademark, Patent and Antitrust Cases

Important IP bills are advancing in Congress, including the NO FAKES Act and significant patent legislation.

Canadian news organizations, including CBC, sue ChatGPT creator | CBC News

Canadian news outlets have filed a lawsuit against OpenAI for copyright infringement, seeking damages and an injunction against future use of their content.

YouTuber files class action suit over OpenAI's scrape of creators' transcripts | TechCrunch

OpenAI allegedly used YouTube videos without permission for training AI models.

Sarah Silverman says her lawsuit against OpenAI is difficult because the company is one of the 'richest entities in the world'

Sarah Silverman discusses her copyright infringement lawsuit against OpenAI, emphasizing the unauthorized use of copyrighted works for training AI.

OpenAI Scored a Legal Win Over Progressive Publishers-but the Fight's Not Finished

DMCA claims against OpenAI highlight significant legal challenges involving copyright infringement and AI-generated outputs.

News Sites Strike Out in Case Against OpenAI in New York Court

The U.S. District Court dismissed a copyright infringement lawsuit against OpenAI due to lack of standing by the plaintiffs, allowing for an amended complaint.

Other Barks & Bites for Friday, September 13: Congress Makes Moves on Key IP Bills; Google Deals with Trademark, Patent and Antitrust Cases

Important IP bills are advancing in Congress, including the NO FAKES Act and significant patent legislation.
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SCOTUS Invites SG to Weigh in on Cox/ Sony Cases, Denies Petition Charging Newman's Removal from CAFC Harms Patent Owners

The Supreme Court's decisions reflect ongoing debates over ISP liability and the implications of judicial removals on patent law fairness.
#illegal-streaming

Two brothers were indicted for running a streaming service with live NFL, NBA, and NHL games-for as little as $10 a month

Two brothers were indicted for running an illegal sports and video streaming service that caused over $100 million in damages to legitimate providers.

Man who ran illegal football streaming service jailed

A man was jailed for illegally selling reconfigured Firestick devices for streaming Premier League matches, highlighting the seriousness of copyright infringement.

Two brothers were indicted for running a streaming service with live NFL, NBA, and NHL games-for as little as $10 a month

Two brothers were indicted for running an illegal sports and video streaming service that caused over $100 million in damages to legitimate providers.

Man who ran illegal football streaming service jailed

A man was jailed for illegally selling reconfigured Firestick devices for streaming Premier League matches, highlighting the seriousness of copyright infringement.
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ChatGPT and other AI models were trained on copyrighted books. Can they be 'untrained'? https://t.co/zRJgzulG2p

'The law is light-years behind': The battle over training AI on copyrighted work

Large language models are often trained using copyrighted materials without permission.
The use of copyrighted books in training datasets has led to class-action lawsuits over copyright infringement.
#intellectual-property

News Corp sues Perplexity for ripping off WSJ and New York Post

News Corp is suing Perplexity for copyright infringement, alleging massive unauthorized use of its content.

Major publishers sue Perplexity AI for scraping content

Major US publishers have sued AI startup Perplexity for scraping their content without compensation, citing copyright infringement and intellectual property violations.

Record labels unhappy with court win, say ISP should pay more for user piracy

The big three record labels seek per-song damages in a copyright case, arguing that per-album awards undermine their ability to recover fair compensation.

News Corp sues Perplexity for ripping off WSJ and New York Post

News Corp is suing Perplexity for copyright infringement, alleging massive unauthorized use of its content.

Major publishers sue Perplexity AI for scraping content

Major US publishers have sued AI startup Perplexity for scraping their content without compensation, citing copyright infringement and intellectual property violations.

Record labels unhappy with court win, say ISP should pay more for user piracy

The big three record labels seek per-song damages in a copyright case, arguing that per-album awards undermine their ability to recover fair compensation.
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#donald-trump

Family of Isaac Hayes threaten Donald Trump with lawsuit over use of song in rallies

The family of Isaac Hayes demands Trump to stop using Hold On, I'm Comin' at rallies due to alleged copyright infringement and requests $3m in licensing fees.

White Stripes sue Trump for using 'Seven Nation Army' without permission

The White Stripes sued Trump for unauthorized use of 'Seven Nation Army' in a campaign video, citing copyright infringement.

The White Stripes Sue Donald Trump

The White Stripes are suing Trump for unauthorized use of their song, emphasizing both copyright infringement and political opposition.

White Stripes sue Donald Trump over the use of riff by campaign

The White Stripes are suing Trump for unauthorized use of 'Seven Nation Army' in his campaign video, citing copyright infringement and policy opposition.

Trump Ordered to Halt Use of Isaac Hayes Song

Isaac Hayes' estate successfully obtained an injunction against Trump's campaign for unauthorized use of Hayes' song during rallies.

The White Stripes drop lawsuit against Trump campaign for unauthorised Seven Nation Army use

The White Stripes dropped their lawsuit against Trump over unauthorized use of their song, highlighting ongoing tensions related to music rights and political affiliations.

Family of Isaac Hayes threaten Donald Trump with lawsuit over use of song in rallies

The family of Isaac Hayes demands Trump to stop using Hold On, I'm Comin' at rallies due to alleged copyright infringement and requests $3m in licensing fees.

White Stripes sue Trump for using 'Seven Nation Army' without permission

The White Stripes sued Trump for unauthorized use of 'Seven Nation Army' in a campaign video, citing copyright infringement.

The White Stripes Sue Donald Trump

The White Stripes are suing Trump for unauthorized use of their song, emphasizing both copyright infringement and political opposition.

White Stripes sue Donald Trump over the use of riff by campaign

The White Stripes are suing Trump for unauthorized use of 'Seven Nation Army' in his campaign video, citing copyright infringement and policy opposition.

Trump Ordered to Halt Use of Isaac Hayes Song

Isaac Hayes' estate successfully obtained an injunction against Trump's campaign for unauthorized use of Hayes' song during rallies.

The White Stripes drop lawsuit against Trump campaign for unauthorised Seven Nation Army use

The White Stripes dropped their lawsuit against Trump over unauthorized use of their song, highlighting ongoing tensions related to music rights and political affiliations.
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#nintendo

Nintendo suing gamer for streaming Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Mario & Luigi: Brothership, and more ahead of release

Nintendo is suing streamer Jesse Keighin for streaming pirated games ahead of their release dates.

Guy Who Taunted Nintendo About Streaming Pirated Switch Games Before Release Now Faces $7.5 Million Lawsuit

Nintendo is suing a gamer for streaming leaked games, seeking damages of up to $7.5 million.
The lawsuit highlights Keighin's direct challenges to Nintendo's authority and market integrity.

Nintendo suing gamer for streaming Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Mario & Luigi: Brothership, and more ahead of release

Nintendo is suing streamer Jesse Keighin for streaming pirated games ahead of their release dates.

Guy Who Taunted Nintendo About Streaming Pirated Switch Games Before Release Now Faces $7.5 Million Lawsuit

Nintendo is suing a gamer for streaming leaked games, seeking damages of up to $7.5 million.
The lawsuit highlights Keighin's direct challenges to Nintendo's authority and market integrity.
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US judge allows artist Deborah Roberts's copyright infringement lawsuit against New York gallery to proceed

Richard Beavers Gallery faces a copyright lawsuit from Deborah Roberts over alleged infringement of her distinctive artistic style.
#lawsuit

Mark Zuckerberg faces deposition in AI copyright lawsuit from Sarah Silverman and other authors

Meta is being sued by authors for using their works without permission to train AI.

Perplexity is sued by Dow Jones and 'New York Post' for copyright infringement

News Corp. sued AI startup Perplexity for alleged copyright infringement, highlighting the conflict between tech companies and media outlets over content use.

Authors sue Claude AI chatbot creator Anthropic for copyright infringement

Authors are suing Anthropic for allegedly using pirated books to train their AI chatbot.

Miley Cyrus sued for allegedly copying Bruno Mars to make Flowers'

Miley Cyrus faces a lawsuit for copyright infringement concerning her song 'Flowers,' allegedly copying Bruno Mars' 'When I Was Your Man.'
The lawsuit claims undeniable similarities between the two songs, prompting legal action from Tempo Music Investments.

Zuckerberg Must Be Deposed in AI Lawsuit, Says Creators and Publishers 'Overestimate' Work Value, 'No Causal Connection' Between Social Media and Teen Mental Health

Meta has been accused of copyright infringement for using authors' works without permission to train its AI systems.
Mark Zuckerberg defends against the lawsuit citing complex copyright issues and suggesting creators' works may not hold individual value.

Ever heard of "Llady Gaga"? Universal files piracy suit over alleged knockoffs.

UMG sued Believe for allegedly distributing pirated music using misspelled artist names, claiming this practice supports rampant piracy.

Mark Zuckerberg faces deposition in AI copyright lawsuit from Sarah Silverman and other authors

Meta is being sued by authors for using their works without permission to train AI.

Perplexity is sued by Dow Jones and 'New York Post' for copyright infringement

News Corp. sued AI startup Perplexity for alleged copyright infringement, highlighting the conflict between tech companies and media outlets over content use.

Authors sue Claude AI chatbot creator Anthropic for copyright infringement

Authors are suing Anthropic for allegedly using pirated books to train their AI chatbot.

Miley Cyrus sued for allegedly copying Bruno Mars to make Flowers'

Miley Cyrus faces a lawsuit for copyright infringement concerning her song 'Flowers,' allegedly copying Bruno Mars' 'When I Was Your Man.'
The lawsuit claims undeniable similarities between the two songs, prompting legal action from Tempo Music Investments.

Zuckerberg Must Be Deposed in AI Lawsuit, Says Creators and Publishers 'Overestimate' Work Value, 'No Causal Connection' Between Social Media and Teen Mental Health

Meta has been accused of copyright infringement for using authors' works without permission to train its AI systems.
Mark Zuckerberg defends against the lawsuit citing complex copyright issues and suggesting creators' works may not hold individual value.

Ever heard of "Llady Gaga"? Universal files piracy suit over alleged knockoffs.

UMG sued Believe for allegedly distributing pirated music using misspelled artist names, claiming this practice supports rampant piracy.
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#elon-musk

Blade Runner 2049 producer sues Elon Musk for image used in Cybercab launch

Tesla faces a lawsuit for allegedly using AI-generated images from Blade Runner 2049 during the Cybercab presentation without permission.

Blade Runner 2049' Producers Sue Elon Musk Over Robotaxi' Imagery

Alcon Entertainment sued Elon Musk for copyright infringement over unauthorized use of imagery from Blade Runner 2049 in a Tesla marketing event.

Elon Musk sued by 'Blade Runner 2049' producers over look-alike image

Tesla's robotaxi launch has sparked a lawsuit from Alcon Entertainment over alleged copyright infringement related to 'Blade Runner 2049'.

Blade Runner 2049' producers sue Elon Musk and Tesla over AI image at robotaxi event

Alcon alleges Tesla used an AI-generated image from Blade Runner 2049 to promote its robotaxi without permission, leading to a copyright infringement lawsuit.

Elon Musk's 'We, Robot' event is getting heat from another big Hollywood player

Alcon Entertainment is suing Elon Musk for copyright infringement regarding imagery used at Tesla's 'We, Robot' event.

Elon Musk sued by "Blade Runner 2049" producers over Robotaxi imagery

Alcon Entertainment is suing Elon Musk, Tesla, and Warner Bros. for copyright infringement over an AI-generated image used without permission for a promotional event.

Blade Runner 2049 producer sues Elon Musk for image used in Cybercab launch

Tesla faces a lawsuit for allegedly using AI-generated images from Blade Runner 2049 during the Cybercab presentation without permission.

Blade Runner 2049' Producers Sue Elon Musk Over Robotaxi' Imagery

Alcon Entertainment sued Elon Musk for copyright infringement over unauthorized use of imagery from Blade Runner 2049 in a Tesla marketing event.

Elon Musk sued by 'Blade Runner 2049' producers over look-alike image

Tesla's robotaxi launch has sparked a lawsuit from Alcon Entertainment over alleged copyright infringement related to 'Blade Runner 2049'.

Blade Runner 2049' producers sue Elon Musk and Tesla over AI image at robotaxi event

Alcon alleges Tesla used an AI-generated image from Blade Runner 2049 to promote its robotaxi without permission, leading to a copyright infringement lawsuit.

Elon Musk's 'We, Robot' event is getting heat from another big Hollywood player

Alcon Entertainment is suing Elon Musk for copyright infringement regarding imagery used at Tesla's 'We, Robot' event.

Elon Musk sued by "Blade Runner 2049" producers over Robotaxi imagery

Alcon Entertainment is suing Elon Musk, Tesla, and Warner Bros. for copyright infringement over an AI-generated image used without permission for a promotional event.
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#internet-service-providers

Cox Tells SCOTUS to Deny Sony's Petition or Make a Bad Situation Worse

Cox Communications contests liability for subscriber copyright infringement, arguing a differentiation between business activities that does not directly associate profits with illegal actions.

ISP to Supreme Court: We shouldn't have to disconnect users accused of piracy

Cox Communications is contesting a ruling that could force ISPs to disconnect users based on unproven piracy accusations, impacting entire households.

ISPs tell Supreme Court they don't want to disconnect users accused of piracy

ISPs argue against mandatory policing of copyright infringement, warning it could harm innocent users and jeopardize internet accessibility.
Legal implications of the lawsuit could reshape ISP responsibilities regarding user activities.

5th Circuit rules ISP should have terminated Internet users accused of piracy

The 5th Circuit Court ruled that ISP Grande is liable for contributory copyright infringement, highlighting its failure to address pirating subscribers effectively.

Other Barks & Bites for Friday, August 16: AstraZeneca Convinces Court to Overturn $107.5 Million Patent Infringement Ruling; DOJ Considers Breaking Up Google in Response to Monopoly Accusations; Cox Asks SCOTUS to Intervene in $1 Billion Copyright Infringement Case

Cox Communications seeks Supreme Court review to prevent IP lawsuits against ISPs, highlighting the intersection of innovation and user privacy.
The overturning of AstraZeneca's patent verdict reveals ongoing challenges in patent law and the complexities of drug development rights.
The DOJ's consideration of actions against Google signals potential shifts in the tech industry due to antitrust concerns.

Cox Tells SCOTUS to Deny Sony's Petition or Make a Bad Situation Worse

Cox Communications contests liability for subscriber copyright infringement, arguing a differentiation between business activities that does not directly associate profits with illegal actions.

ISP to Supreme Court: We shouldn't have to disconnect users accused of piracy

Cox Communications is contesting a ruling that could force ISPs to disconnect users based on unproven piracy accusations, impacting entire households.

ISPs tell Supreme Court they don't want to disconnect users accused of piracy

ISPs argue against mandatory policing of copyright infringement, warning it could harm innocent users and jeopardize internet accessibility.
Legal implications of the lawsuit could reshape ISP responsibilities regarding user activities.

5th Circuit rules ISP should have terminated Internet users accused of piracy

The 5th Circuit Court ruled that ISP Grande is liable for contributory copyright infringement, highlighting its failure to address pirating subscribers effectively.

Other Barks & Bites for Friday, August 16: AstraZeneca Convinces Court to Overturn $107.5 Million Patent Infringement Ruling; DOJ Considers Breaking Up Google in Response to Monopoly Accusations; Cox Asks SCOTUS to Intervene in $1 Billion Copyright Infringement Case

Cox Communications seeks Supreme Court review to prevent IP lawsuits against ISPs, highlighting the intersection of innovation and user privacy.
The overturning of AstraZeneca's patent verdict reveals ongoing challenges in patent law and the complexities of drug development rights.
The DOJ's consideration of actions against Google signals potential shifts in the tech industry due to antitrust concerns.
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Skiplagged, the money-saving website that airlines hate, says it's not going anywhere after losing a $9.4 million lawsuit from American

Skiplagged will continue offering hidden-city fares despite a $9.4 million court ruling favoring American Airlines.

Wall Street Journal and New York Post are suing Perplexity AI for copyright infringement

News Corp. is suing Perplexity for copyright infringement, claiming it competing for readers while using their content.
#ai

Leak Shows That Google-Funded AI Video Generator Runway Was Trained on Stolen YouTube Content, Pirated Films

AI text-to-video generator trained on pirated YouTube content by Runway.

AI video startup Runway reportedly trained on 'thousands' of YouTube videos without permission

AI startup Runway scraped videos, movies from YouTube, used pirated content for AI model training.

Nvidia denies pirate e-book sites are "shadow libraries" to shut down lawsuit

Nvidia defended shadow libraries like Z-Library and Libgen in response to a lawsuit, challenging their categorization as 'shadow libraries' and their potential copyright violations.

Fighting Fire With Fire: 3 Strategies for Protecting Your Content From AI Theft

AI is disrupting content creation and industries, leading to copyright concerns.

What to know about Perplexity, the buzzy - and controversial - AI startup targeting a big funding round

Perplexity is facing a copyright infringement lawsuit while seeking significant funding to fuel its rapid growth in the competitive AI search market.

Remote possibility of 'hush vacation'

Around 29% of Americans admitted to taking 'hush vacations' to save accrued paid time off without informing employers.

Leak Shows That Google-Funded AI Video Generator Runway Was Trained on Stolen YouTube Content, Pirated Films

AI text-to-video generator trained on pirated YouTube content by Runway.

AI video startup Runway reportedly trained on 'thousands' of YouTube videos without permission

AI startup Runway scraped videos, movies from YouTube, used pirated content for AI model training.

Nvidia denies pirate e-book sites are "shadow libraries" to shut down lawsuit

Nvidia defended shadow libraries like Z-Library and Libgen in response to a lawsuit, challenging their categorization as 'shadow libraries' and their potential copyright violations.

Fighting Fire With Fire: 3 Strategies for Protecting Your Content From AI Theft

AI is disrupting content creation and industries, leading to copyright concerns.

What to know about Perplexity, the buzzy - and controversial - AI startup targeting a big funding round

Perplexity is facing a copyright infringement lawsuit while seeking significant funding to fuel its rapid growth in the competitive AI search market.

Remote possibility of 'hush vacation'

Around 29% of Americans admitted to taking 'hush vacations' to save accrued paid time off without informing employers.
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#e-commerce

Why Shein Is Suing TemuAgain

Shein is suing Temu for alleged copyright infringements and design theft, claiming coordination in their actions.

Tenth Circuit Gives 'Reborn Doll' Company Another Shot at Copyright Suit Against Chinese Amazon Sellers

Corporations may be subject to personal jurisdiction in a district if their agents conduct business there.

Why Shein Is Suing TemuAgain

Shein is suing Temu for alleged copyright infringements and design theft, claiming coordination in their actions.

Tenth Circuit Gives 'Reborn Doll' Company Another Shot at Copyright Suit Against Chinese Amazon Sellers

Corporations may be subject to personal jurisdiction in a district if their agents conduct business there.
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A Guide to the Many Lawsuits Against Ye

Ye is facing multiple lawsuits concerning business practices, harassment, and copyright issues amidst backlash from controversial public comments.

Pirate library must pay publishers $30M, but no one knows who runs it

US court issued a broad anti-piracy injunction against Library Genesis, complicating piracy but raising questions about enforcement against anonymous operators.
#ai-training

Microsoft and affiliates (not OpenAI) are secretly using your LinkedIn data to train AI models - Here's how to opt out of the experience

LinkedIn's Data for Generative AI Improvement feature uses user data to train AI models, enabled by default and exempting EU users.

NVIDIA's AI team reportedly scraped YouTube, Netflix videos without permission

NVIDIA reportedly scraped copyrighted content for AI training, sparking ethical concerns in the industry.

Sony Music Demands Tech Giants Not Use Its Music To Develop AI

Sony Music is contacting firms to check for unauthorized use of its songs in developing AI systems.

Sony Music warns tech companies over 'unauthorized' use of its content to train AI | TechCrunch

Sony Music Group is warning tech companies and streaming services against unauthorized use of its music for AI training.

Microsoft and affiliates (not OpenAI) are secretly using your LinkedIn data to train AI models - Here's how to opt out of the experience

LinkedIn's Data for Generative AI Improvement feature uses user data to train AI models, enabled by default and exempting EU users.

NVIDIA's AI team reportedly scraped YouTube, Netflix videos without permission

NVIDIA reportedly scraped copyrighted content for AI training, sparking ethical concerns in the industry.

Sony Music Demands Tech Giants Not Use Its Music To Develop AI

Sony Music is contacting firms to check for unauthorized use of its songs in developing AI systems.

Sony Music warns tech companies over 'unauthorized' use of its content to train AI | TechCrunch

Sony Music Group is warning tech companies and streaming services against unauthorized use of its music for AI training.
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Lionsgate signs a deal with the devil (an AI startup)

Lionsgate has partnered with Runway to use AI technology for content creation, highlighting ongoing concerns over AI's impact on the creative industry.

Martin Shkreli Ordered to Turn Over Wu-Tang Album Copies | Entrepreneur

Martin Shkreli must relinquish any copies of the Wu-Tang Clan's album due to copyright violation allegations following his criminal conviction.
#music-industry

AI: The Voices Behind the Music

AI-generated songs pose IP challenges for record companies due to copyright infringement concerns.

Anti-AI lawsuits in the music industry pose novel questions for courts

AI-generated music sparks concerns about creativity and copyright infringement.

Other Barks & Bites for Friday, August 23: Music Publishers Petition Supreme Court to Review Overturned $1 Billion Copyright Infringement Judgment; Nike Continues Trademark Infringement Lawsuit Against 'Shoe Surgeon'

Vice President Kamala Harris advocates for patent reform concerning high pharmaceutical prices, sparking viral attention.
A tattoo artist's copyright infringement case involving LeBron James tattoos is dismissed, highlighting image rights implications.

AI: The Voices Behind the Music

AI-generated songs pose IP challenges for record companies due to copyright infringement concerns.

Anti-AI lawsuits in the music industry pose novel questions for courts

AI-generated music sparks concerns about creativity and copyright infringement.

Other Barks & Bites for Friday, August 23: Music Publishers Petition Supreme Court to Review Overturned $1 Billion Copyright Infringement Judgment; Nike Continues Trademark Infringement Lawsuit Against 'Shoe Surgeon'

Vice President Kamala Harris advocates for patent reform concerning high pharmaceutical prices, sparking viral attention.
A tattoo artist's copyright infringement case involving LeBron James tattoos is dismissed, highlighting image rights implications.
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#artificial-intelligence

Authors sue Anthropic for training AI using pirated books

Authors have filed a lawsuit against Anthropic for allegedly training AI models on pirated books.
'The Pile' dataset, including 'Books3,' is central to the lawsuit's claims against Anthropic.

One startup's plan to fix AI's "shoplifting" problem

Bill Gross pioneers AI pay-per-use model with ProRata, aiming to fairly compensate content creators for AI-generated work.

AI and Art: Creation vs. Mass Production | VIDEO Podcast

AI music companies Suno & Udio sued for copyright infringement by major record labels.

Authors sue Anthropic for training AI using pirated books

Authors have filed a lawsuit against Anthropic for allegedly training AI models on pirated books.
'The Pile' dataset, including 'Books3,' is central to the lawsuit's claims against Anthropic.

One startup's plan to fix AI's "shoplifting" problem

Bill Gross pioneers AI pay-per-use model with ProRata, aiming to fairly compensate content creators for AI-generated work.

AI and Art: Creation vs. Mass Production | VIDEO Podcast

AI music companies Suno & Udio sued for copyright infringement by major record labels.
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#legal-action

The Trump Campaign's Copyright Conundrum

At least 35 artists have taken action against unauthorized music use in Trump's campaigns.

Artists' lawsuit against generative AI makers can go forward, judge says | TechCrunch

AI companies are facing legal actions for training their AIs on copyrighted works, leading to potential costly trials.

Tuesday Morning Topline: Protesters Say DA Should Recuse Herself

Published authors have sued Anthropic for copyright infringement related to its Claude chatbot.
Protesters' attorneys request DA Jenkins' recusal due to alleged conflict of interest.
Maria Branyas, believed to be oldest person, has died at 117.
Oakland schools testing water after citing high lead levels in some campuses.

The Trump Campaign's Copyright Conundrum

At least 35 artists have taken action against unauthorized music use in Trump's campaigns.

Artists' lawsuit against generative AI makers can go forward, judge says | TechCrunch

AI companies are facing legal actions for training their AIs on copyrighted works, leading to potential costly trials.

Tuesday Morning Topline: Protesters Say DA Should Recuse Herself

Published authors have sued Anthropic for copyright infringement related to its Claude chatbot.
Protesters' attorneys request DA Jenkins' recusal due to alleged conflict of interest.
Maria Branyas, believed to be oldest person, has died at 117.
Oakland schools testing water after citing high lead levels in some campuses.
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#kim-dotcom

Megaupload's Kim Dotcom to be extradited to United States DW 08/15/2024

Kim Dotcom is set to be extradited to the US to face criminal charges related to Megaupload.

Getting Extradited Back To 2012

Kim Dotcom lost his legal battle to block extradition to the U.S. for copyright infringement and other charges.

Kim Dotcom loses 12-year battle to halt deportation to U.S.

Kim Dotcom's extradition to the U.S. was confirmed after a prolonged legal battle concerning copyright infringement and money laundering.
The case is viewed as the largest criminal copyright case in U.S. history, with significant opposition and defense arguments regarding user responsibility.

Kim Dotcom, roguish face of 2010s online piracy, will finally be extradited to the US

Kim Dotcom is being extradited to the U.S. to face serious legal charges after a lengthy 13-year legal battle.

Kim Dotcom is being Megauploaded to the US for trial

Kim Dotcom is being extradited to the US to face charges related to his file-sharing service Megaupload.

Kim Dotcom to be extradited from New Zealand to US

Kim Dotcom, facing extradition to the US for charges related to Megaupload, challenges the legality of the extradition involving user-uploaded content.

Megaupload's Kim Dotcom to be extradited to United States DW 08/15/2024

Kim Dotcom is set to be extradited to the US to face criminal charges related to Megaupload.

Getting Extradited Back To 2012

Kim Dotcom lost his legal battle to block extradition to the U.S. for copyright infringement and other charges.

Kim Dotcom loses 12-year battle to halt deportation to U.S.

Kim Dotcom's extradition to the U.S. was confirmed after a prolonged legal battle concerning copyright infringement and money laundering.
The case is viewed as the largest criminal copyright case in U.S. history, with significant opposition and defense arguments regarding user responsibility.

Kim Dotcom, roguish face of 2010s online piracy, will finally be extradited to the US

Kim Dotcom is being extradited to the U.S. to face serious legal charges after a lengthy 13-year legal battle.

Kim Dotcom is being Megauploaded to the US for trial

Kim Dotcom is being extradited to the US to face charges related to his file-sharing service Megaupload.

Kim Dotcom to be extradited from New Zealand to US

Kim Dotcom, facing extradition to the US for charges related to Megaupload, challenges the legality of the extradition involving user-uploaded content.
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Generative AI Has a "Shoplifting" Problem. This Startup CEO Has a Plan to Fix It

Bill Gross founded ProRata with an 'AI pay-per-use' model to fairly compensate copyright holders from generative AI outputs.

The RIAA, villain of the Napster era, turns its sights on AI firms -- 'It's a lot more fun now'

The NO FAKES Act aims to protect artists' rights in the AI era, with the RIAA actively advocating for it.

Buzzfeed comes down on AI news outlet over similar logo

Buzzfeed issued a cease and desist notice to Trending Now over a similar logo design, alleging copyright infringement.
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AI startup argues scraping every song on the internet is 'fair use'

Admitting to actions versus denial in tech lawsuits can be a strategic defense approach.

Fair Use Still Protects Histories and Documentaries-Even Tiger King

Fair use doctrine protects a wide range of creative works and is crucial for creators, including those behind popular entertainment like Tiger King.

AI startup argues scraping every song on the internet is 'fair use'

Admitting to actions versus denial in tech lawsuits can be a strategic defense approach.

Fair Use Still Protects Histories and Documentaries-Even Tiger King

Fair use doctrine protects a wide range of creative works and is crucial for creators, including those behind popular entertainment like Tiger King.
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Conde Nast has reportedly accused AI search startup Perplexity of plagiarism

Condé Nast sent a cease-and-desist letter to Perplexity for using their content, highlighting growing concerns of AI companies not respecting copyright and ethical implications.

Council Post: How Companies Can Support Independent Content Creators Through AI Upheaval

Content creators are vital for quality content online, but their livelihoods are threatened by big AI companies repurposing their work.

Conde Nast has reportedly accused AI search startup Perplexity of plagiarism

Condé Nast sent a cease-and-desist letter to Perplexity for using their content, highlighting growing concerns of AI companies not respecting copyright and ethical implications.

Council Post: How Companies Can Support Independent Content Creators Through AI Upheaval

Content creators are vital for quality content online, but their livelihoods are threatened by big AI companies repurposing their work.
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