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Mastodon user questions AI training vs. media piracy double standard

An individual on Mastodon argues that the line between media piracy and AI training is becoming blurred, questioning why individuals are expected to adhere to copyright laws when corporations allegedly do not. The user suggests that forming a "company" might allow for the "borrowing" of media content for AI training purposes, highlighting a perceived double standard. AI

RANK_REASON The item is a social media post expressing an opinion on AI and copyright, not a primary news event.

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Mastodon user questions AI training vs. media piracy double standard

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    I do not engage in media piracy. But it’s hard to even call it piracy anymore. Why are individuals expected to obey copyright laws when corporations clearly are

    I do not engage in media piracy. But it’s hard to even call it piracy anymore. Why are individuals expected to obey copyright laws when corporations clearly are not? Can I form my own “company” and “borrow” whatever media content I want as long as I say it’s to “train AI?” # AI #…