Training Data Copyright

What it is

Training data copyright concerns whether using copyrighted works to train AI constitutes infringement. AI companies argue it's fair use (transformative, no substitution); creators argue it's unauthorised copying at massive scale. Multiple lawsuits are testing these positions.

Why it matters

The outcome of training data copyright disputes will shape AI development. If training on copyrighted works is infringement, it could require licensing deals, limit training data, or change how models are built. These legal battles affect the future of AI and creator rights.