Mark Zuckerberg Deposed in AI Copyright Case with Sarah Silverman
- A class action lawsuit has been filed against Meta by authors, including Sarah Silverman, alleging copyright infringement.
- The lawsuit claims that Meta illegally downloaded authors' books to train its AI technology without consent.
- The ruling for Zuckerberg's deposition underscores the importance of accountability in AI development and copyright protection.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is set to be deposed in a class action lawsuit filed in California federal court by a group of authors, including comedian Sarah Silverman. The lawsuit alleges that Meta illegally downloaded digital copies of their books to train its artificial intelligence technology without obtaining consent or providing compensation. U.S. District Judge Thomas Hixson ruled against Meta's attempt to prevent Zuckerberg's deposition, citing evidence of his significant role in the company's AI initiatives and direct supervision of its AI products. Prominent attorney David Boies has joined the case to represent Silverman and the other plaintiffs, which also include notable figures like writer Ta-Nehisi Coates and former Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee. This legal action highlights ongoing concerns regarding copyright infringement in the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence, as creators seek to protect their intellectual property rights against large tech companies.