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Japan's CODA Demands OpenAI Stop Using Local Content
11/6/2025
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- Content Overseas Distribution Association (CODA) of Japan demands OpenAI cease using CODA content to train Sora 2.
- CODA, which includes Studio Ghibli, says Sora 2 closely resembles Japanese content and may violate Japan's copyright laws.
- The group criticizes OpenAI's opt-out system as incompatible with Japan's prior-permission requirement.
- OpenAI Chief Executive Officer Sam Altman defends the system, asserting it gives rights holders more control.
