New York Times alleges deeper Microsoft involvement in OpenAI model training
By Emma Whitford ( June 25, 2026, 21:10 GMT | Insight) -- The New York Times is alleging that Microsoft provided internet scraping software and unauthorized copyrighted works to OpenAI, following discovery revelations in a closely watched case targeting the core practices of generative artificial intelligence training. The Gray Lady is looking to broaden a contributory infringement claim against Microsoft, according to the proposed amended complaint.The New York Times is alleging that Microsoft provided internet scraping software and unauthorized copyrighted works to OpenAI, following discovery revelations in a closely watched case targeting the core practices of generative artificial intelligence training....
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