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New York Times Issues 'Cease and Desist' to Jeff Bezos-Backed AI Startup Perplexity, WSJ Reports

Oct 15, 2024, 11:52 AM

The New York Times has initiated legal action against AI startup Perplexity by issuing a 'cease and desist' notice, demanding that the company stop accessing and using its content. This move is part of a broader legal battle the news publisher is waging against unauthorized use of its content by AI companies. The case raises significant questions about copyright and fair use in the realm of artificial intelligence, echoing past legal battles in other industries. The Wall Street Journal reported that Perplexity, a Jeff Bezos-backed company, has expressed interest in working with publishers to resolve the issue.