Source: Reuters

Reuters reports on a judge’s written explanation in the high-profile copyright lawsuit between The New York Times and OpenAI. The judge clarified the reasoning behind allowing core elements of the lawsuit to proceed, particularly those concerning the alleged misuse of copyrighted content to train large language models.

The order addresses the limits of fair use and the originality of AI outputs derived from protected materials. It also refines which parts of the NYT’s claims will go to trial, setting a legal tone for how generative AI models interact with copyright law.

The case is widely considered pivotal for the future of AI and IP regulation.