JOURNAL ARTICLE

Andy Warhol's Factory made a fortune off other people's work. Now desperate artists are accusing generative AI of supercharging that model.

  • Published In: Fortune.com, 2024. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Ivanova, Irina 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses a class-action lawsuit filed by a group of artists against Midjourney and Stability AI, focusing on the implications of AI-generated artwork and copyright issues. The lawsuit claims that Midjourney's technology functions as a "copy-and-paste machine," using the works of artists, including iconic figures like Andy Warhol, without permission. The legal debate centers on whether the use of copyrighted material in AI training constitutes fair use, particularly in light of a recent Supreme Court decision that may require AI developers to obtain permission and compensate creators for their works. The case raises broader questions about the future of AI in art and the rights of artists in the digital age. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Fortune.com. 2024/01, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2024
  • Accession Number:174637476
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