Thomson Reuters achieves a significant victory in a copyright case against now-defunct legal research firm Ross Intelligence, affirming that AI models cannot legally use proprietary content from Westlaw without permission. This ruling raises critical questions about fair use in the context of artificial intelligence development and potentially sets a precedent for future cases involving media and tech companies.
Meanwhile, Baltimore is taking action against Glock, alleging that design features in its handguns allow for easy modification into fully automatic weapons, increasing the risk of gun violence. This lawsuit joins similar actions in other cities, highlighting urgent public safety concerns around firearms that can fire up to 1,200 rounds per minute with minimal alterations, prompting calls for better accountability among gun manufacturers.
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