Overview

• The New York Times filed the lawsuit in December 2023, accusing OpenAI and Microsoft of using its copyrighted content without permission to train AI models.
• U.S. District Judge Sidney Stein ruled on March 26, 2025, that the case could move forward, rejecting a motion to dismiss while dismissing some claims.
• The Times is seeking billions of dollars in damages and the destruction of AI models and training data that incorporated its content.
• OpenAI defends its practices as fair use, arguing that using publicly available data is essential for innovation and U.S. competitiveness in AI development.
• The case highlights broader tensions between media organizations and AI companies, with some publishers opting for licensing agreements while others pursue legal action.