What's Happening?
Anthropic PBC is seeking to pause a copyright lawsuit concerning its generative AI training methods. The company plans to appeal to the US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit following a recent ruling by District Judge William Alsup. This ruling certified a class of authors whose works were allegedly downloaded from pirated websites and used in AI training. Anthropic's appeal aims to challenge the class certification, which was granted on July 17, 2025, after a partial summary judgment motion was denied on June 23, 2025.
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Why It's Important?
The outcome of this appeal could have significant implications for the AI industry, particularly regarding how AI models are trained using copyrighted materials. If the class certification is upheld, it may set a precedent for similar lawsuits, potentially affecting how companies develop AI technologies. Authors and content creators could gain more leverage in protecting their intellectual property rights against unauthorized use by AI developers.
What's Next?
Anthropic's appeal process will involve petitioning the Ninth Circuit for permission to proceed with an early appeal. The decision of the appellate court will be crucial in determining whether the class certification stands, which could influence future litigation strategies for both AI companies and copyright holders.
