# OpenAI Responds to New York Times Lawsuit, Defends Journalism Partnerships

OpenAI has publicly addressed The New York Times' lawsuit against the company, stating the legal action is "without merit" in a tweet posted from their official account.

The AI company emphasized its commitment to the journalism industry, highlighting existing partnerships with news organizations. While OpenAI didn't provide specific details about these partnerships in the brief statement, the message signals the company's stance that it operates as a supporter rather than a threat to traditional media.

The New York Times filed a lawsuit against OpenAI in late 2023, alleging copyright infringement related to how the company trained its AI models on published content. The case has become a landmark legal battle that could define how AI companies can use copyrighted material for training purposes.

OpenAI's response suggests the company believes its use of news content falls within legal boundaries, though the tweet offered no elaboration on