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How fair is AI's use of copyright material?
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Fusion42 · 26 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
Recent court cases across India, Europe, and the US reveal divergent rulings on the legality of AI companies using copyrighted material to train large language models, with Europe requiring authorisation from rights holders, the US showing confusing distinctions in liabilities, and India leaning towards fair use exemptions under research provisions.
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You must reassess your AI training data strategies fast as courts can rule sharply differently on copyright use. Your Indian and US operations face legal uncertainty while Europe demands licences, making compliance your immediate business risk.
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