From Vox Media Inc.:

The Times has sued Microsoft for allegedly copying its stories and using the data to mimic its style. Microsoft argues that OpenAI’s large language models, like the VCR or internet, do not infringe copyright laws. The Times’ counsel disputes this claim, citing the uniqueness of LLMs and Microsoft’s lack of acknowledgement of copying.

Microsoft challenges the Times’ claim of inducing copyright infringement by offering products with OpenAI’s GPT model. The motion argues that the contributory infringement theory is flawed and fails to show direct infringement by a Copilot user. The VCR precedent is cited to support the argument that liability cannot be based solely on product design.

Microsoft refutes the Times’ allegation of violating the DMCA by removing copyright management info from training data. Similar AI lawsuits, like one involving Sarah Silverman, had these claims dismissed. The dispute continues between Microsoft and The Times over the legality of using OpenAI technology.



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