New York media outlets, including the Daily News and The New York Times, have filed a lawsuit accusing OpenAI and Microsoft of infringing on their copyrighted material. The publishers are urging the court to reject the defendants’ “fair use” defense, arguing that the AI models were trained on their articles without permission and that the resulting outputs dilute the value of the original journalism. The case could set a precedent for how news content is used in AI training and whether publishers can demand compensation or stricter licensing terms. As the legal battle unfolds, industry observers are watching closely to see how the courts will balance intellectual‑property rights with the rapid growth of generative AI.
Daily News, NY Times want 'fair use' argument rejected in copyright case against OpenAI, Microsoft New York Daily News
