Big Tech pushes copyright changes favoring AI technology

Big Tech companies like OpenAI and Google are pushing for changes to copyright laws that could hurt news organizations and creative content creators. They argue that these changes are necessary to strengthen the United States against the Chinese Communist Party. OpenAI claims that their approach will help develop AI based on democratic values. Many news organizations, including major newspapers, have sued OpenAI and Microsoft. They accuse these companies of using millions of newspaper articles without permission, which they say violates copyright laws. OpenAI has responded by suggesting that this theft is needed for national security, which critics find absurd. The editorial argues that weakening copyright protections could negatively impact all creators, including writers and artists. It emphasizes the importance of respecting the rights of those who create original work. The piece stresses that upholding these rights is what sets the U.S. apart from countries like China. The call to action is clear: the government should not allow these companies to bypass copyright laws. Instead, it should protect the rights of all content creators and ensure they are compensated fairly for their work.