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Elsevier defamation suit over manipulated study nears trial

A $1 billion defamation lawsuit against Elsevier, alleging the company published a manipulated study, is moving closer to trial. The case centers on a paper that plaintiffs claim was falsified. Retraction Watch has reported on the proceedings, and a trial date has now been set. AI

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Elsevier defamation suit over manipulated study nears trial

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The cluster discusses a legal case involving a publisher and an allegedly manipulated study, which falls under legal and policy issues rather than core AI research or releases.
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