18.01.2024 TDM to train AI

Are researchers allowed to train AI on copyrighted text excerpts within a project without obtaining authorization and without incurring associated fees? While the Swiss text & data mining (TDM) exception for research purposes may be considered, ambiguity exists in...

11.01.2024 – OpenAI lawsuit

Is OpenAI really infringing copyright law? According to “The New York Times” yes. In fact, they recently sued OpenAi for improper use of copyrighted works in AI training and displaying results. OpenAI on the other side claims that their use of works is in line with...
02.01.2024 – Mickey Mouse and Public Domain

02.01.2024 – Mickey Mouse and Public Domain

The original 1928 version of Mickey Mouse is finally in the public domain as US copyright expires! However, Mickey Mouse is registered as a trademark and therefore still enjoys some intellectual property protection. In addition, the newer versions of Mickey and Minnie...