Japan asks OpenAI not to infringe on 'irreplaceable' manga and anime content

Japan's government has requested that OpenAI, the company behind the Sora 2 video generation model, refrain from infringing on copyrighted anime and manga content, which the government considers "irreplaceable treasures." The request was made by a cabinet minister in response to numerous Sora 2-generated videos that use copyrighted material from Japanese studios. While Japan has been progressive in promoting AI development, the government is now trying to establish clear guidelines around copyright infringement. The nation's AI Promotion Act aims to boost the use of AI while addressing such issues. OpenAI has reportedly contacted studios to give them the option of opting out of Sora 2 training on their materials, but it's unclear which, if any, Japanese studios the company has reached out to. The article highlights the tension between the advancement of AI technology and the protection of intellectual property, particularly in the context of Japan's renowned anime and manga industries.