Getty Images CEO: Respecting fair use rules won't prevent AI from curing cancer
The debate over AI training on copyrighted materials is intensifying, highlighting clashes between technology firms and the rights of content creators.
Author of AI-Generated Work Rejected by Copyright Office Says Lack of Copyright Protection Has Crushed Him
Jason Allen is challenging the U.S. Copyright Office's decision that denied copyright registration for his AI-generated artwork, impacting his ability to monetize it.
Other Barks and Bites for Friday, January 17: Teva Files IRA Challenge amid Second Round of Medicare Negotiations; Ninth Circuit Says Kinetic Sculptures Can Be Sufficiently 'Fixed' for Copyright; Second Circuit Affirms DMCA Safe Harbor Win for Vimeo
The legal landscape around copyright and patents is evolving, driven by court decisions and regulatory actions.
Copyright on the Calendar: Top Cases of 2024 and What to Watch in 2025
Generative AI raises legal complexities regarding copyright, notably influencing fair use analysis in cases involving social media and creative works.
Watch: Another blow to the Internet Archive's lending library
The Internet Archive's lending model faced legal challenges after extending access during the pandemic, raising crucial copyright debates.
Getty Images CEO: Respecting fair use rules won't prevent AI from curing cancer
The debate over AI training on copyrighted materials is intensifying, highlighting clashes between technology firms and the rights of content creators.
Author of AI-Generated Work Rejected by Copyright Office Says Lack of Copyright Protection Has Crushed Him
Jason Allen is challenging the U.S. Copyright Office's decision that denied copyright registration for his AI-generated artwork, impacting his ability to monetize it.
Other Barks and Bites for Friday, January 17: Teva Files IRA Challenge amid Second Round of Medicare Negotiations; Ninth Circuit Says Kinetic Sculptures Can Be Sufficiently 'Fixed' for Copyright; Second Circuit Affirms DMCA Safe Harbor Win for Vimeo
The legal landscape around copyright and patents is evolving, driven by court decisions and regulatory actions.
Copyright on the Calendar: Top Cases of 2024 and What to Watch in 2025
Generative AI raises legal complexities regarding copyright, notably influencing fair use analysis in cases involving social media and creative works.
Watch: Another blow to the Internet Archive's lending library
The Internet Archive's lending model faced legal challenges after extending access during the pandemic, raising crucial copyright debates.
OpenAI, Anthropic, and Meta: Tracking the lawsuits filed against the major AI companies
The rapid growth of AI technology is accompanied by numerous copyright lawsuits, indicating significant legal challenges for AI companies.
Key IP Issues for the Next President and Congress to Tackle: AI and Patent Subject Matter Eligibility
The next administration is expected to focus on addressing IP law issues related to AI, including deepfakes and copyright for AI training.
AI Developments at the U.S. Copyright Office in 2024
The U.S. Copyright Office maintains that only human-created works qualify for copyright protection, creating challenges amid advancements in AI technology.
CJEU Says Copyrighted Works of Art Get EU Protection Regardless of Standard in Origin Country
The CJEU ruling extends protection for applied art in the EU to all creators, not limited by nationality or country of origin.
Nintendo Lawyer Explains Why The Company Believes Some Emulators Are Illegal
Nintendo is actively combating emulation and piracy to protect its intellectual property rights.
Artists claim "big" win in copyright suit fighting AI image generators
Artists achieved a legal win allowing them to proceed with a class-action lawsuit against AI generators for unauthorized use of their artwork.
OpenAI, Anthropic, and Meta: Tracking the lawsuits filed against the major AI companies
The rapid growth of AI technology is accompanied by numerous copyright lawsuits, indicating significant legal challenges for AI companies.
Key IP Issues for the Next President and Congress to Tackle: AI and Patent Subject Matter Eligibility
The next administration is expected to focus on addressing IP law issues related to AI, including deepfakes and copyright for AI training.
AI Developments at the U.S. Copyright Office in 2024
The U.S. Copyright Office maintains that only human-created works qualify for copyright protection, creating challenges amid advancements in AI technology.
CJEU Says Copyrighted Works of Art Get EU Protection Regardless of Standard in Origin Country
The CJEU ruling extends protection for applied art in the EU to all creators, not limited by nationality or country of origin.
Nintendo Lawyer Explains Why The Company Believes Some Emulators Are Illegal
Nintendo is actively combating emulation and piracy to protect its intellectual property rights.
Artists claim "big" win in copyright suit fighting AI image generators
Artists achieved a legal win allowing them to proceed with a class-action lawsuit against AI generators for unauthorized use of their artwork.
The interpretation of attorney fees in copyright and patent cases is influenced by circuit splits regarding voluntary dismissals and prevailing party status.
'Nosferatu' Keeps You Waiting And Waiting | Defector
Florence Stoker's legal battle over 'Nosferatu' highlights issues of copyright and artistic adaptation stemming from Bram Stoker's original 'Dracula.'
Popeye, Tintin and more will enter the public domain in the new year
Popeye and Tintin enter public domain in 2025, opening the door for new adaptations and creative expression from classic works.
AI could be an existential threat to publishers that's why Mumsnet is fighting back | Justine Roberts
Tech companies are overhauling copyright laws to exploit publishers' content for profit without proper compensation.
Ninth Circuit Gets It: Interoperability Isn't an Automatic First Step to Liability
The federal appellate court's ruling supports software developers' ability to create updates for interoperability, fostering innovation and competition.
AI could be an existential threat to publishers that's why Mumsnet is fighting back | Justine Roberts
Tech companies are overhauling copyright laws to exploit publishers' content for profit without proper compensation.
Ninth Circuit Gets It: Interoperability Isn't an Automatic First Step to Liability
The federal appellate court's ruling supports software developers' ability to create updates for interoperability, fostering innovation and competition.
Musical AI and Beatoven.ai Pioneer a Fully Licensed Generative AI Music Platform | stupidDOPE
AI in music can be ethical and sustainable.
Musical AI and Beatoven.ai create a licensed generative AI music platform.
This London startup wants to build an eBay for AI data
Human Native AI aims to facilitate legal data transactions between AI firms and publishers amid rising copyright concerns.
We Tracked Every AI Copyright Lawsuit in Courts Across the US
The lawsuit between Thomson Reuters and Ross Intelligence signals a broader conflict between copyright holders and AI developers regarding the use of copyrighted materials.
Musical AI and Beatoven.ai Pioneer a Fully Licensed Generative AI Music Platform | stupidDOPE
AI in music can be ethical and sustainable.
Musical AI and Beatoven.ai create a licensed generative AI music platform.
This London startup wants to build an eBay for AI data
Human Native AI aims to facilitate legal data transactions between AI firms and publishers amid rising copyright concerns.
We Tracked Every AI Copyright Lawsuit in Courts Across the US
The lawsuit between Thomson Reuters and Ross Intelligence signals a broader conflict between copyright holders and AI developers regarding the use of copyrighted materials.
There's No Copyright Exception to First Amendment Protections for Anonymous Speech
The First Amendment protects anonymous discussions regarding illegal activities, including copyright infringement, and courts have repeatedly denied attempts to unmask such speakers.
Google Faces Ad Tech Lawsuit in Australia; UK Gov Proposes Exception to Copyright Law for AI Training; EU Opens Proceedings Against TikTok on Election Risks
Google is under scrutiny for monopolistic practices in ad tech in Australia.
UK proposes changes to copyright laws to clarify AI training rights.
EU takes action against TikTok regarding election-related risks.
Top Copyright-Related Legislative Developments of 2024 and Prospects for the Future
California AB 2013 mandates AI developers to disclose details about datasets used, reflecting an evolving regulatory landscape in AI-related copyright.
Breaking News from Germany! Hamburg District Court breaks new ground with judgment on the use of copyrighted material as AI training data
The Hamburg District Court ruled in favor of LAION, allowing use of Kneschke's image for AI training based on statutory data mining provisions.
Top Copyright-Related Legislative Developments of 2024 and Prospects for the Future
California AB 2013 mandates AI developers to disclose details about datasets used, reflecting an evolving regulatory landscape in AI-related copyright.
Breaking News from Germany! Hamburg District Court breaks new ground with judgment on the use of copyrighted material as AI training data
The Hamburg District Court ruled in favor of LAION, allowing use of Kneschke's image for AI training based on statutory data mining provisions.
Ex OpenAI Researcher: How ChatGPT's Training Violated Copyright Law
Former OpenAI researcher raises ethical concerns over data collection practices, suggesting they violate copyright law.
Canadian media companies sue ChatGPT
The lawsuit's central issue revolves around copyright infringement and the ownership of digital content by news organizations.
OpenAI whistleblower found dead in San Francisco apartment | TechCrunch
Suchir Balaji, a former OpenAI employee, was found dead in his apartment, with the death ruled a suicide.
OpenAI scores key legal victory as judge throws out copyright case brought by news websites
OpenAI's use of news articles for AI training supported by fair use ruling; plaintiffs showed no concrete harm.
OpenAI Whistleblower Disgusted That His Job Was to Vacuum Up Copyrighted Data to Train Its Models
Former OpenAI researcher raises concerns over the company's alleged copyright violations in AI training, warning of significant dangers to the internet's business model.
OpenAI whistleblower found dead by apparent suicide
Balaji's death was ruled a suicide, raising concerns over mental health in tech.
Concerns about copyright infringement in AI training have been highlighted by Balaji's writings.
Ex OpenAI Researcher: How ChatGPT's Training Violated Copyright Law
Former OpenAI researcher raises ethical concerns over data collection practices, suggesting they violate copyright law.
Canadian media companies sue ChatGPT
The lawsuit's central issue revolves around copyright infringement and the ownership of digital content by news organizations.
OpenAI whistleblower found dead in San Francisco apartment | TechCrunch
Suchir Balaji, a former OpenAI employee, was found dead in his apartment, with the death ruled a suicide.
OpenAI scores key legal victory as judge throws out copyright case brought by news websites
OpenAI's use of news articles for AI training supported by fair use ruling; plaintiffs showed no concrete harm.
OpenAI Whistleblower Disgusted That His Job Was to Vacuum Up Copyrighted Data to Train Its Models
Former OpenAI researcher raises concerns over the company's alleged copyright violations in AI training, warning of significant dangers to the internet's business model.
OpenAI whistleblower found dead by apparent suicide
Balaji's death was ruled a suicide, raising concerns over mental health in tech.
Concerns about copyright infringement in AI training have been highlighted by Balaji's writings.
In Steve McQueen's Blitz, We're Going Underground, Going Underground
Steve McQueen's new film offers traditional storytelling but provokes debate about its cultural impact; HBO's Get Millie Black intertwines rich narratives with predictable elements.
Legal challenges facing lifestyle influencers overview essential for the future of online commerce.
How the Internet Archive's "Free Digital Library" fell to the "fair use" test
The Internet Archive's mission to provide free digital access faces legal challenges due to copyright violations.
The Internet Archive loses its appeal of ebook copyright case ruling
The Internet Archive's legal challenges continue, struggling to justify its operations under the fair use doctrine against major book publishers.
The Internet Archive Loses Its Appeal of a Major Copyright Case
The Internet Archive's legal defeat highlights ongoing tensions between digital access and copyright law, threatening the future of online historical archives.
Internet Archive Loses Court Appeal in Fight Over Online Lending Library
The Internet Archive's online library of scanned books was ruled illegal by a federal appeals court, affecting future digital archiving practices.
The Internet Archive taken down by DDoS attacks
The Internet Archive has faced recent DDoS attacks, disrupting its services amid ongoing legal struggles over copyright issues.
Internet Archive's court loss leaves higher ed in gray area
The recent appeals court ruling threatens pandemic-era digital lending programs used by libraries to access books online.
How the Internet Archive's "Free Digital Library" fell to the "fair use" test
The Internet Archive's mission to provide free digital access faces legal challenges due to copyright violations.
The Internet Archive loses its appeal of ebook copyright case ruling
The Internet Archive's legal challenges continue, struggling to justify its operations under the fair use doctrine against major book publishers.
The Internet Archive Loses Its Appeal of a Major Copyright Case
The Internet Archive's legal defeat highlights ongoing tensions between digital access and copyright law, threatening the future of online historical archives.
Internet Archive Loses Court Appeal in Fight Over Online Lending Library
The Internet Archive's online library of scanned books was ruled illegal by a federal appeals court, affecting future digital archiving practices.
The Internet Archive taken down by DDoS attacks
The Internet Archive has faced recent DDoS attacks, disrupting its services amid ongoing legal struggles over copyright issues.
Internet Archive's court loss leaves higher ed in gray area
The recent appeals court ruling threatens pandemic-era digital lending programs used by libraries to access books online.
UMG sues Warner-owned Believe, parent of TuneCore, claiming infringement
UMG accuses Believe of profiting from distributing infringing audio tracks, altering metadata, and wrongfully collecting royalties, seeking $500 million in damages.
Warner Brothers' Max Arrives to Asia; Indian News Agency Sues OpenAI; Havas to Consider M&As
Warner Brothers' Max streaming service is leveraging Hollywood content and local partnerships for entry into Asian markets.
UMG sues Warner-owned Believe, parent of TuneCore, claiming infringement
UMG accuses Believe of profiting from distributing infringing audio tracks, altering metadata, and wrongfully collecting royalties, seeking $500 million in damages.
Warner Brothers' Max Arrives to Asia; Indian News Agency Sues OpenAI; Havas to Consider M&As
Warner Brothers' Max streaming service is leveraging Hollywood content and local partnerships for entry into Asian markets.
Why is an Ecuador forest petitioning for the rights to a song?
Ecuador's proposal to credit Los Cedros cloud forest as co-creator of a musical piece reflects evolving recognition of nature's legal rights in artistic creation.
Legal bid for Ecuador forest to be recognised as song co-creator
Ecuador's Los Cedros cloud forest may be recognized as a co-creator of the song "Song of the Cedars" under a new legal initiative.
Why is an Ecuador forest petitioning for the rights to a song?
Ecuador's proposal to credit Los Cedros cloud forest as co-creator of a musical piece reflects evolving recognition of nature's legal rights in artistic creation.
Legal bid for Ecuador forest to be recognised as song co-creator
Ecuador's Los Cedros cloud forest may be recognized as a co-creator of the song "Song of the Cedars" under a new legal initiative.
Tired of broken McFlurry machines? The Copyright Office has a fix.
Meredith Rose advocates for a legal change that allows third-party technicians to repair ice cream machines, enhancing their functionality in McDonald's.
Video Game Preservation Efforts Just Got Some Bad News From US Copyright Office
The US Copyright Office denied libraries' request to share out-of-print video games, siding with industry interests over preservation efforts.
McDonald's restaurants can finally repair their own McFlurry machines
The US Copyright Office's exemption allows McDonald's franchise owners to hire third-party technicians for ice cream machine repairs, breaking the DMCA's restrictions.
Elon Musk Sued Over Copyright Because He Copied, Right?
Alcon Entertainment is suing Elon Musk's Tesla for using AI-generated imagery from Blade Runner 2049 without permission, highlighting significant copyright issues.
Tesla, Warner Bros. sued for allegedly ripping off images from 'Blade Runner 2049' to promote cybercab
Alcon Entertainment sues Tesla and Warner Bros. for unauthorized use of 'Blade Runner 2049' images to promote Tesla's autonomous cybercab.
Elon Musk Sued Over Copyright Because He Copied, Right?
Alcon Entertainment is suing Elon Musk's Tesla for using AI-generated imagery from Blade Runner 2049 without permission, highlighting significant copyright issues.
Tesla, Warner Bros. sued for allegedly ripping off images from 'Blade Runner 2049' to promote cybercab
Alcon Entertainment sues Tesla and Warner Bros. for unauthorized use of 'Blade Runner 2049' images to promote Tesla's autonomous cybercab.
The New York Times tells Perplexity to stop using its content
The New York Times is taking legal action against Perplexity for using its content without permission.
Perplexity aims to work with publishers despite legal challenges.
This case continues a trend of media companies confronting AI firms over copyright issues.
Other Barks & Bites for Friday, August 9: Court Rules Google Has a Monopoly on the Search Engine Market; Survey Says AI Decision Makers Want Change to U.S. Copyright Law; and RIAA Submit Amicus Brief in Support of Music Publishers in Legal Battle with AI Company
Tech executives urge U.S. government to regulate AI and update copyright laws.
District Court Issues Mixed Ruling in Blackbeard Copyright Case
The case highlights challenges in reconciling constitutional rights with state sovereignty and copyright laws in historic maritime contexts.
The New York Times tells Perplexity to stop using its content
The New York Times is taking legal action against Perplexity for using its content without permission.
Perplexity aims to work with publishers despite legal challenges.
This case continues a trend of media companies confronting AI firms over copyright issues.
Other Barks & Bites for Friday, August 9: Court Rules Google Has a Monopoly on the Search Engine Market; Survey Says AI Decision Makers Want Change to U.S. Copyright Law; and RIAA Submit Amicus Brief in Support of Music Publishers in Legal Battle with AI Company
Tech executives urge U.S. government to regulate AI and update copyright laws.
District Court Issues Mixed Ruling in Blackbeard Copyright Case
The case highlights challenges in reconciling constitutional rights with state sovereignty and copyright laws in historic maritime contexts.