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Today:

• Is Sony Changing the Tune for AI and Music Rights?

• Person Spotlight - Amelia Earhart

• Google’s new AI can find lost specs

• GPT - Hot Mods - Looking for the ultimate image enhancement?

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AI Matters Top News Pick

Is Sony Changing the Tune for AI and Music Rights?

Sony Sounds the Alarm

Sony Music has taken a bold step by sending letters to major tech firms such as Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI.

The company alleges that these corporations may have utilized its songs to train artificial intelligence systems without proper authorization.

Sony is demanding that these firms clarify their use of copyrighted music, marking a significant challenge in the realm of intellectual property.

Details Demanded

Sony Music isn't just asking questions; they're requesting specifics:

• The exact songs from Sony's catalog that were used

• The methods by which these songs were accessed by the companies

• The extent and duration of any copies made, including whether these copies still exist

Legal Landscape and Implications

This confrontation isn't just about potential breaches of copyright. It sits at the intersection of AI development and intellectual property law, spotlighting the need for clear legal frameworks as AI technologies evolve.

With the upcoming EU AI Act, which demands rigorous transparency about training data, the stakes are high for all parties involved.

A New Era for AI and Copyright?

Sony's legal challenge could catalyze significant changes in how AI companies use creative content.

This case could set precedents that influence not only future AI development but also how copyright is viewed in the digital age.

AI Matters News Highlights

CSC ServiceWorks is making laundry day a breeze by offering free wash and dry cycles on a million of their machines across the U.S.

GPT-4o in China is struggling with polluted training data, leading to concerns about the AI's output and reliability

Google's new AI can spot your lost glasses, just by peeking through your phone camera—how handy is that?

GPT Of The Day

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AI Matters Picture Of The Day

Solitary Game

Prompt: A realistic photo of an empty tennis court on a sunny day. The court is standard with vibrant green playing surface and crisp white lines. In the center of the court lies a lone yellow tennis ball, emphasizing the quiet and abandoned feel of the scene. The surrounding area is calm, with a clear blue sky and the sun casting soft shadows on the court, enhancing the solitude and serenity of the moment. The environment is devoid of people, focusing solely on the solitary ball and the well-maintained court.

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AI Matters - On This Day

20th May

This Day In History

20th May 1932

Amelia Earhart's Transatlantic Flight: Amelia Earhart, one of the most famous aviators in history, made a significant flight on May 20, 1932, when she flew solo across the Atlantic Ocean, departing from Newfoundland, Canada. She landed in Ireland approximately 15 hours later, becoming the first woman to fly solo nonstop across the Atlantic.

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AI Matters Book Club

AI Matters Book Club - May

Dive into the World of AI with Our Monthly Book Club!
This month’s pick is:

Life 3.0 - By Max Tegmark