Disney has officially sent a cease-and-desist letter to Google, claiming significant copyright violations in the use of its images and videos. According to a report by Variety, Disney accuses the tech company of engaging in copyright infringement on an extensive level, alleging that Google has utilized AI models to distribute unauthorized content.
The cease-and-desist letter characterizes Google as a “virtual vending machine,” asserting that it reproduces, renders, and disseminates copies of Disney’s extensive portfolio of copyrighted materials. Notably, the letter alleges that many infringing images produced by Google’s AI services carry the Gemini logo, which could mislead consumers into thinking that Disney has authorized the use of its intellectual property.
This legal action coincides with Disney’s recent announcement of a substantial $1 billion, three-year partnership with OpenAI. This agreement will integrate Disney’s beloved characters into OpenAI’s Sora AI video generation platform, indicating a strategic pivot towards embracing AI technology while also protecting its copyrights vigorously.
Key Points:
– Disney alleges extensive copyright infringement by Google.
– Claims that Google’s AI services are distributing unauthorized Disney content.
– The cease-and-desist letter describes Google as a “virtual vending machine.”
– Disney recently partnered with OpenAI for AI-driven content creation.
