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OpenAI's Altman Faces Backlash Over Copyright Missteps
10/18/2025
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- OpenAI CEO Sam Altman faces criticism over copyright practices after the Sora 2 launch, which produced infringing clips.
- Hollywood has voiced a backlash to the app’s release.
- OpenAI initially told talent agencies that rights holders must opt out, which misled them.
- Legal experts warn the practices could strain studio relationships and invite litigation.
- Altman promises to improve rights management, but concerns linger about future collaborations.
