The companies' defense is that their system is not intended to replicate copyrighted works, attempting to offload liability onto users under Section 230 safe harbor. However, the article predicts that the companies will likely be forced to expose their training data and methods, and cease operations that rely on the theft-based models. The fallout from the lawsuit could lead to investors losing money and companies learning to avoid liability and keep copyright holders guessing.
Key takeaways:
- AI companies Udio and Suno are facing lawsuits from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for allegedly using copyrighted music to train their music-generating AI models without permission.
- The companies' leadership and investors have admitted to using copyrighted music to create their models, arguing that it falls under fair use doctrine.
- The RIAA's lawsuit includes evidence of songs it owns being replicated by the AI models, which could lead to the companies being forced to shut down their operations.
- The outcome of these lawsuits could have far-reaching consequences for other AI companies and investors, potentially leading to increased scrutiny and diligence in the generative media industry.