In response to a lawsuit by The New York Times alleging copyright infringement, OpenAI claims the Times hired someone to "hack" its platforms. OpenAI alleges that the Times used deceptive methods to elicit plagiarized responses from its AI, including exploiting bugs and violating terms of use.
The filing suggests the Times paid an "agent" to create these attacks. OpenAI argues that the Times does not own facts and language, which are central to its AI training. This accusation adds a twist to the ongoing legal battle between tech giants and media companies over copyright issues.