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The alleged theft at the heart of ChatGPT
Nov 10, 2023
Dive into the intriguing world where literature meets AI! A best-selling author discovers ChatGPT’s surprising knowledge of his books, igniting a debate on copyright issues. Legal battles loom as writers like George R.R. Martin challenge OpenAI over the use of their works for AI training. Ethical concerns and the implications of tech companies’ rapid evolution are explored, revealing the complexities of copyright law. From literary mimicry to digital age dilemmas, this discussion sheds light on the balance between creativity and intellectual property.
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- OpenAI's chatbot, Chat GPT, demonstrated a deep understanding of copyrighted books, raising concerns about potential unauthorized use of authors' works by the AI.
- The OpenAI lawsuit is likely to result in a negotiated settlement rather than a full trial, as past copyright class-action lawsuits have commonly led to settlements.
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The Curiosity of a Writer
Douglas Preston, an author, explores the capabilities of OpenAI's chatbot, Chat GPT. He discovers that the AI knows details about his books, characters, and settings that are beyond what is publicly available. This raises concerns about whether OpenAI has used copyrighted material without permission. Preston joins a class-action lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging copyright infringement on an industrial scale.
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