What’s happening in the world of AI copyright battles? Well, it’s about as murky as you’d expect when you throw a bunch of lawyers into a room with tech that’s evolving faster than legislators can keep up. Back in 2023, lawsuits started flying over what generative AI models are using as training material. The decisions are only just trickling out now. It’s a circus, and not the first one we’ve seen.
Take Midjourney, for instance, which got slapped with a lawsuit for generating videos of Disney characters. If you’re surprised that a corporate behemoth like Disney doesn’t want its characters wielding weapons in AI-generated videos, you haven’t been paying attention.
Then there’s the exit of a top AI lawyer from Meta. That’s not exactly a shocker either. The legal landscape around AI is a minefield, and even the big players are scrambling to figure it out. When legal clarity is as rare as a unicorn, expect some casualties along the way.
WIRED’s going to host a subscriber-only livestream to tackle your questions about these copyright battles, featuring Kate Knibbs. It’s on July 16, so mark your calendars if you’re into that sort of thing. And if you can’t make it, they’ll have a replay. Fair warning though, if you’re not a subscriber, you’ll need to fork over some cash to get access.
For those who want to dive deeper, you can submit questions in advance. But remember, you’re not likely to find a silver bullet answer here. The world of AI copyright is as tangled as a headphone cord pulled from your pocket. Expect more questions than answers for a while yet.
So what’s the takeaway? If you’re an investor eyeing AI, don’t get caught up in the hype without recognizing the legal quicksand beneath. This isn’t the first time we’ve watched tech outpace regulation, and it won’t be the last. Keep your eyes peeled and your wits about you.
