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What are the legal consequences if OpenAI deletes evidence in the NYT copyright case?

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In recent developments, OpenAI has found itself embroiled in a legal battle with The New York Times and the Daily News. The lawsuit centers around allegations that OpenAI used copyrighted materials from these publications to train its AI models without proper authorization. However, an OpenAI engineer accidentally deleted potential evidence in this case. What legal consequences will OpenAI face?

Background of the Case

In 2023, The New York Times filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging that the company used its copyrighted content without permission to train its AI models, including ChatGPT. The lawsuit centers on whether the use of copyrighted material in AI training constitutes infringement, especially when the AI-generated output closely mirrors the original content. The case underscores the tension between technological innovation and intellectual property rights.

The Incident of Evidence Deletion

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