Judicial Storm Over Meta’s AI Copyright Dispute

Thursday, May 1, 2025, 6:20 pm

In a high-stakes legal showdown, a judge warned that AI could obliterate the market for original works in Meta’s contentious copyright case. The courtroom drama, drawing parallels to pop culture phenomena, has intensified scrutiny over how the digital age is reshaping creative rights.

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techinasia.com / Judge in Meta case doubts fair use of copyrighted AI training

Judge Vince Chhabria warned that AI might "obliterate" the market for original works by generating competing content.

wired.com / A Judge Says Meta’s AI Copyright Case Is About ‘the Next Taylor Swift’

Meta’s contentious AI copyright battle is heating up—and the court may be close to a ruling.

reuters.com/business / Judge in Meta case warns AI could 'obliterate' market for original works - Reuters

Judge in Meta case warns AI could 'obliterate' market for original works Reuters

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