Recently, several well-known Japanese publishers, including Bandai Namco, Square Enix, and Toei, have jointly established an organization called the Content Overseas Distribution Association (CODA). They have explicitly requested OpenAI to immediately stop using the creative works of the association's members for training the AI video generation tool Sora2.

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According to CODA's statement, OpenAI's use of these works for machine learning without prior permission has violated Japan's Copyright Law. They pointed out that Sora2's default policy is that unless the copyright holder chooses to opt out, these works will be used for training, which is clearly non-compliant. CODA emphasized that authorization is legally required before using any work.

The organization also mentioned in its statement that there is currently no effective mechanism to handle post-facto objections, which increases the risk of copyright infringement. The establishment of CODA aims to protect copyrights, combat piracy, and promote the legal global distribution of Japanese video games, movies, music, TV programs, and animations.

Companies participating in this initiative include Bandai Namco, Cygames, and Toei. Through this measure, these companies hope to better protect their copyright interests and ensure that creative works are not misused.

Key points:

🌟 CODA is established, with major Japanese companies like Bandai Namco requesting OpenAI to stop using their works.

📜 OpenAI's use of creative works for training is accused of violating Japan's Copyright Law.

🔒 CODA aims to protect copyrights and promote the legal global distribution of Japanese cultural works.