[CamperBob2]

Yep, broadly capable open models are on track for annihilation. The cost of legally obtaining all the training materials will require hefty backing.

This will have the effect of empowering countries (and other entities) that don't respect copyright law, of course.

The copyright cartel cannot be allowed to yank the handbrake on AI. If they insist on a fight, they must lose.

[throwaway562if1]

For that matter, how dare the government fine me for dumping waste in the river, and stop me from employing minors? Don't they know it will ruin the economy?

[CamperBob2]

Copyright is something we invented from thin air, and relatively recently at that. Meanwhile, refraining from fouling their own nests is something that most animals have accomplished instinctually for millions of years.

So, not really comparable.