The New York Times vs. OpenAI and Microsoft: A Legal Battle Over Copyrights

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The Lawsuit Overview

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Allegations Made

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The Core of the Complaint

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Defendants in the Case

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Implications for AI and Publishing

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The Growing Concern

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Future of AI Training

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