OpenAI warns U.S. risks losing AI race without data

OpenAI has warned that the U.S. could fall behind in the AI race if it cannot access copyrighted materials for training data. The company is urging the government to define "fair use" to allow this access amid ongoing copyright lawsuits. In a proposal to the White House, OpenAI claimed that without fair use access, American companies would struggle to compete with China's AI developers. The company linked this issue to national security, stating that it is crucial for maintaining a competitive edge. Publishers have expressed concerns about their work being used in AI training without permission. OpenAI's stance has drawn criticism, especially as it has previously accused other companies of misusing its data.