OpenAI defended ChatGPT in the Delhi High Court against ANI Media’s copyright infringement claims, asserting that copyright protects original expression, not public facts. ChatGPT’s output does not copy ANI’s style or content, and the court will assess the case further on May 16, 2025, with current copyright laws and fair use considerations.
OpenAI has claimed immunity from copyright infringement in India regarding allegations from ANI, asserting that its LLM training and data storage occur outside the country, thus falling outside Indian copyright law. OpenAI’s attorney argued there’s no direct use of ANI’s content and that no evidence of copyright violation has been presented.
OpenAI is currently battling a copyright lawsuit in India, arguing that Indian courts lack jurisdiction due to its US-based operations. This legal challenge comes after similar defenses by Telegram failed in past cases. The case highlights the growing scrutiny of US tech firms’ compliance with local laws in foreign markets. Legal experts suggest the case could still be heard in Indian courts, despite OpenAI’s jurisdiction claim.
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Former Bombay High Court judge Gautam Patel discussed AI’s influence on copyright and trademark laws during the 5th Professor Shamnad Basheer Memorial Lecture. He examined issues of fair use, deepfakes, and the nature of AI as a creator or tool in intellectual property, raising critical questions about legal complexities and the originality of AI-generated works.
The Bombay High Court granted ex parte relief to Skechers in a trademark infringement case against counterfeit goods sold by defendants. The court recognized the defendants’ actions as dishonest and emphasized the need to protect Skechers’ brand and consumer interests. The ruling highlights the significance of safeguarding intellectual property in the footwear industry.
Today, On 26th September, the Delhi High Court ordered Prashant Desai to remove an Instagram video criticizing Zydus’s trademarked product, Complan. The court found the video to be disparaging and ruled against trademark infringement following Zydus’s lawsuit. Desai has two weeks to take down the content from all platforms.
Today(on 5th July), The Delhi High Court has summoned Press Trust of India (PTI) in response to a copyright infringement and plagiarism case filed by Asian News International (ANI). ANI accuses PTI of unauthorized use of video content, seeking damages exceeding Rs.2 crores and a permanent injunction. PTI has committed to removing the disputed videos within 24 hours.
