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Elon Musk's Influence Diminishes as Copyright Office Changes

5/15/2025

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Elon Musk's sway over the U.S. Copyright Office took a hit when Trump dismissed key officials, ushering in leaders wary of Big Tech. A recent report scrutinizes AI's use of copyrighted materials, suggesting many practices may breach fair use. This shift sends shockwaves through tech companies that depend on such content.

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Elon Musk's sway over the U.S. Copyright Office took a hit when Trump dismissed key officials, ushering in leaders wary of Big Tech. A recent report scrutinizes AI's use of copyrighted materials, suggesting many practices may breach fair use. This shift sends shockwaves through tech companies that depend on such content.