Congress Wants Tech Companies to Pay Up for AI Training Data

- Lawmakers in Washington, DC are calling for tech companies like OpenAI to pay media outlets for using their work in AI projects.

- There is a growing consensus that it is both morally and legally required for these companies to compensate media industry leaders for their content.

- However, there is disagreement on whether mandatory licensing is necessary, with some arguing that it would favor big firms and create costs for startup AI companies.

- Congress is critical of …

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