TechCrunch Daily Crunch Canadian news companies sue OpenAI
Nov 30, 2024
Canadian news organizations, including the Toronto Star, are taking legal action against OpenAI, alleging copyright infringement over language model training. Meanwhile, Meta is making waves by planning a colossal $10 billion subsea fiber optic cable project that aims to connect continents. The podcast also dives into the dynamic world of venture capital with insights on Sequoia's investment in a Bengaluru startup, highlighting the intersection of technology and innovation.
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Canadian News Companies Sue OpenAI
- Canadian news companies are suing OpenAI for copyright infringement.
- They allege OpenAI used their content to train ChatGPT without consent.
Meta's Subsea Cable Project
- Meta plans to invest over $10 billion in a new subsea cable.
- This will be the first cable solely owned and operated by Meta.
Sequoia's Investment in Vance
- Sequoia is making its first deal in India and the Asia Pacific region since splitting with former partners.
- The venture capital firm is in talks to back Vance, a Bengaluru-based cross-border payment startup.