Industry Sep 9, 2026

US DOJ Argues AI Training on Copyrighted Works is 'Fair Use'

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The US Department Of Justice has intervened in a legal battle between the New York Times and OpenAI, arguing that AI training is ‘fair use’ under American copyright law.

Originally published by Complete Music Update
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US DOJ Argues AI Training on Copyrighted Works is 'Fair Use'
The US Department Of Justice has submitted a filing in a lawsuit between The New York Times and OpenAI. In its filing, the DOJ argues that the training of artificial intelligence systems on copyrighted material constitutes 'fair use' under existing US copyright law. This stance is central to numerous legal disputes involving AI. Originally reported by Complete Music Update.
The question of whether AI training constitutes fair use is a pivotal issue in dozens of lawsuits, including those initiated by entities within the music industry. The DOJ's position could significantly influence the outcomes of these cases and the broader legal framework governing AI development and copyright. Originally reported by Complete Music Update.