OpenAI, the entity behind ChatGPT, refutes claims by The New York Times (NYT) of copyright infringement, labeling the lawsuit baseless. The artificial intelligence pioneer expressed surprise over the legal action, highlighting ongoing discussions for a partnership shortly before the dispute.

OpenAI asserts the training of their AI models isn't significantly influenced by any single content source, including NYT. Despite the lawsuit, the company emphasizes its commitment to both preventing misuse of content and fostering a robust news ecosystem through collaborations with media organizations.

In its defense, OpenAI elaborated on measures to counteract potential "regurgitation" of copyrighted materials, including taking down a ChatGPT feature when boundaries were crossed. The company also draws attention to its efforts in aiding journalists and editors by incorporating AI tools and content licensing, as evidenced by a recent partnership with Axel Springer.

While the suit unfolds, OpenAI maintains its stance on being a supportive partner within the media industry, seeking to further AI advancements while respecting copyright laws.