Universal Pictures has started adding legal warnings in the credits of its films stating that the content 'may not be used to train AI.' This initiative appears on recent releases such as 'How to Train Your Dragon' and 'Jurassic World Rebirth.' This move is a part of Hollywood's broader effort to protect copyrighted material from being exploited for AI training. The announcement coincides with Midjourney's legal response to copyright infringement allegations by major studios, including Disney and Universal. Midjourney has challenged these claims, asserting fair use by insisting that copyright law does not provide absolute control over the use of copyrighted works, thus allowing for transformative uses of such content. The AI firm argues that generating images with popular characters serves legitimate purposes, including fan art and social commentary. Additionally, Midjourney points out that many studio employees utilize their AI services, questioning the studios' motive in the lawsuit. This situation highlights the ongoing debate around AI's role in the creative industries and the implications of copyright law in the digital age.

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