OpenAI models and outputs infringed lyrics copyright, German court rules
By Frank Hersey ( November 11, 2025, 16:14 GMT | Insight) -- OpenAI is considering its next steps after a German court found its models infringed copyright by memorizing and reproducing song lyrics contained in the repertoire of the plaintiff, German music rights body GEMA.OpenAI said it is considering its next steps after a German court ruled that its models breached copyright by memorizing and reproducing song lyrics in what could prove to be a landmark decision for European creators against generative AI systems....
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