Warner Bros. sues Midjourney for AI images of Superman, Batman, other characters
19 hours ago
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- Warner Bros. is suing AI startup Midjourney for copyright infringement over unauthorized generation of characters like Superman, Batman, and Bugs Bunny.
- Midjourney allegedly removed protections that previously restricted users from generating infringing content, despite knowing the scope of piracy.
- The lawsuit seeks damages, return of profits from infringement, and an injunction to stop further violations.
- This follows a similar lawsuit by Disney and Universal against Midjourney involving characters like Darth Vader and Shrek.
- Midjourney defends its actions under the fair use doctrine in U.S. copyright law.
- Midjourney has not responded to requests for comment on the lawsuit.