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AI on Trial: Inside the NY Times vs. OpenAI Lawsuit with Cecilia Ziniti | E1874

Jan 4, 2024
Cecilia Ziniti, a tech-savvy lawyer with experience at major companies like Yahoo and Amazon, dives into the riveting legal showdown between the New York Times and OpenAI. She discusses the nuances of fair use and data scraping, shedding light on how these issues could redefine copyright law in the age of AI. Cecilia highlights key ramifications for both traditional media and tech firms, and provides historical context for this transformative legal battle. Get ready for an enlightening discussion packed with insights into the future of AI and copyright!
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ANECDOTE

2 Live Crew vs. Roy Orbison

  • Roy Orbison's estate lost the Supreme Court case against 2 Live Crew's parody of "Pretty Woman".
  • This case established that fair use applies even if the parody is commercial.
INSIGHT

Napster to iTunes Analogy

  • The music industry successfully transitioned from Napster's free-for-all to paid platforms like iTunes.
  • This suggests a similar market-based licensing model could emerge for AI and copyrighted content.
ADVICE

Attribution is Possible

  • Technologists should not assume attribution is impossible, given AI's capabilities.
  • Existing services already provide citations, proving it's technically feasible.
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