TechCrunch Industry News Reddit sues Anthropic for allegedly not paying for training data
Jun 9, 2025
Reddit is taking a stand by suing Anthropic for reportedly using its data to train AI models without permission. The lawsuit highlights concerns over user privacy and the potential consequences of unauthorized data exploitation by tech companies. This legal battle raises important questions about data rights and the responsibilities of AI developers.
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Reddit Leads Legal Fight on AI Data
- Reddit is the first major tech company to sue an AI provider, Anthropic, for unauthorized use of site data to train AI models.
- This legal challenge highlights growing tensions over AI training data licensing and content rights.
Reddit's Selective Data Licensing
- Reddit permits OpenAI and Google to use its data under terms protecting user privacy and interests.
- This contrasts with Anthropic, which Reddit accuses of ignoring such authorization and protections.
Anthropic Refuses Licensing Talks
- Reddit claims it warned Anthropic that using Reddit content was unauthorized.
- Anthropic, however, refused to engage and denies Reddit's claims, pledging a vigorous defense.