Writers in the film industry have recently discovered that AI companies used a massive database called “The Pile,” containing 139,000 TV scripts, to train AI models without their consent. These scripts, pulled from closed captions, include copyrighted material, sparking concerns about the exploitation of intellectual property.
The Writers Guild has voiced outrage over the unapproved use of their creative work, calling for stronger protections and regulations in the rapidly advancing AI industry.
Companies like Vermillio are pushing for better legal guardrails to be put in place, and providing tools that track the use of copyrighted material “at an ingredients level,” offering transparency and accountability for AI-generated outputs.
Gain valuable insight from our CEO, Dan Neely and CSO, Kathleen Grace on how studios can monitor and be alerted of copyright theft in AI models while also pursuing licensing opportunities. Read more in the article from The Ankler: https://theankler.com/p/tv-writers-139000-scripts-ai-training-controversy