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Disney and Universal Sue A.I. Firm Midjourney for Copyright Infringement - The New York Times

## Hollywood Giants Sue Over AI-Generated Images > This is the first major lawsuit of its kind, setting a precedent for the entertainment industry. **Disney and Universal Studios** have fil…

Disney and Universal Sue A.I. Firm Midjourney for Copyright Infringement - The New York Times

Jun 12, 2025

Disney and Universal Sue A.I. Firm Midjourney for Copyright Infringement - The New York Times

## Hollywood Giants Sue Over AI-Generated Images > This is the first major lawsuit of its kind, setting a precedent for the entertainment industry. **Disney and Universal Studios** have fil…

## Hollywood Giants Sue Over AI-Generated Images > This is the first major lawsuit of its kind, setting a precedent for the entertainment industry. **Disney and Universal Studios** have filed a lawsuit against Midjourney, a leading AI image generation company. This marks a significant moment as it's the **first instance of major Hollywood studios suing over AI-generated images**.

The lawsuit centers around copyright infringement, specifically concerning Midjourney's use of copyrighted characters and intellectual property. * The case involves AI-generated images of characters like: * Shrek * Darth Vader * Minions * Spider-Man This legal action highlights the growing concerns within the entertainment industry regarding the use of AI in content creation and the potential infringement of existing copyrights.