A long-standing lawsuit has come to a head as Creative Geniuses LLC (Creative Genius) seeks transparency from Disney, Pixar, and Universal Studios. The plaintiff's request for information relates to their use of artificial intelligence in various aspects of their operations. A court has agreed to hear the matter, with Creative Genius arguing that it should be made available to them.
In this process, Midjourney, a company behind the AI tooling platform, is at the center of contention. The lawsuit stems from Creative Genius's claim that they used AI to create images and other materials for their projects without permission or proper credit. As part of an ongoing dispute with these studios, Midjourney has sought to uncover how they utilize AI in their operations.
Creative Genius's demands are not limited to Disney, Pixar, and Universal Studios; the company is seeking information on all three major Hollywood studios. This comes as creative types continue to push for greater transparency about their use of technology and intellectual property. With courts now involved, it remains to be seen how the situation will play out in the years to come.