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Getty Images Defends Copyright Lawsuit Against Stability AI, Says It Won’t Harm AI Industry

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Getty Images’ landmark UK copyright lawsuit against Stability AI kicked off at London’s High Court on Monday, with Getty firmly rejecting Stability AI’s claim that the case threatens the broader generative AI sector.

The Seattle-based visual content company alleges that Stability AI unlawfully scraped millions of Getty’s images to train its Stable Diffusion system, which generates images from text prompts. Getty has also filed a parallel lawsuit against Stability AI in the United States.

Stability AI, backed by hundreds of millions in funding and a recent investment from advertising giant WPP, denies infringing Getty’s rights. A spokesperson emphasized that the case concerns “technological innovation and freedom of ideas,” arguing that their tools enable artists to build on collective human knowledge—a core aspect of fair use and freedom of expression.

However, Stability AI’s lawyer described Getty’s lawsuit as “an overt threat” to both Stability AI’s business and the wider AI industry.

Getty’s legal team countered that their case centers on protecting intellectual property, not hindering AI development. Lawyer Lindsay Lane told the court, “It is not a battle between creatives and technology… copyright and database rights are critical to AI’s advancement. The issue arises when AI companies use protected works without payment.”

This case is among several global lawsuits addressing the use of copyrighted material to train AI models since the rise of generative AI tools like ChatGPT. The creative sector is actively debating the legal and ethical implications, with notable artists calling for stronger protections.

Legal experts say the outcome will be pivotal in defining copyright’s role in AI, potentially influencing future government policy. Rebecca Newman, a UK lawyer not involved in the case, said, “We’re in uncharted legal territory… this case will set important boundaries on copyright monopolies in the AI era.” Similarly, Cerys Wyn Davies noted the ruling could significantly impact market practices and the UK’s appeal for AI development.

Broadcom Shares Slip as Revenue Forecast Underwhelms AI-Driven Expectations

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Broadcom shares declined over 3% in early trading on Friday after its third-quarter revenue forecast failed to meet the high expectations of investors who have been heavily bullish on chip stocks amid the ongoing artificial intelligence surge.

The Palo Alto-based semiconductor giant projected third-quarter revenue of approximately $15.80 billion, slightly above the analysts’ consensus estimate of $15.71 billion, according to LSEG data. However, analysts noted that expectations for Broadcom had already been elevated due to its critical role in AI infrastructure.

“High expectations drove a bit of downside,” said Bernstein analyst Stacy Rasgon, reflecting the sentiment that even marginally positive forecasts may not be enough in the current AI-fueled market climate.

Broadcom provides semiconductors to major clients like Apple and Samsung and supplies advanced networking hardware essential for AI data centers, where massive data transfers are required to power generative AI models. In addition to its networking chips, Broadcom also designs custom AI processors for large cloud providers, offering an alternative to Nvidia’s expensive off-the-shelf chips.

Despite its position in the AI supply chain, Broadcom remains exposed to global trade uncertainties, particularly around U.S. export restrictions aimed at limiting China’s access to advanced technology. “AVGO is ramping two additional customers, but they are still small. So the processor business will grow this year, but at a measured rate,” Morgan Stanley commented.

Rival Marvell Technology, meanwhile, offered a more optimistic outlook last week, forecasting stronger-than-expected second-quarter revenue driven by growing demand for custom chips supporting AI workloads in data centers.

Broadcom briefly crossed the $1 trillion market cap threshold in December, reflecting investor optimism about AI-related chip demand. Its shares have climbed roughly 12% year-to-date. However, its current valuation — with a 12-month forward price-to-earnings ratio of 35.36 — remains significantly higher than Marvell’s 20.63, according to LSEG data.

UK Judge Warns Lawyers Against Using AI to Cite Fake Cases, Threatens Sanctions

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London’s High Court issued a stern warning on Friday that lawyers who rely on artificial intelligence to cite fabricated or non-existent legal cases risk being held in contempt of court or facing criminal charges. The caution comes amid growing concerns about generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, leading legal professionals astray.

Judge Victoria Sharp condemned lawyers in two recent cases who used AI-generated arguments containing fake case law. She urged legal regulators and industry leaders to take stronger actions to ensure lawyers understand their ethical duties regarding AI use.

“There are serious implications for the administration of justice and public confidence in the justice system if artificial intelligence is misused,” Judge Sharp said in her written ruling. She stressed the need for practical, effective measures from those responsible for legal regulation and leadership within the profession.

Since generative AI tools became widely accessible over the past two years, lawyers globally have faced scrutiny for referencing false authorities in court. Sharp emphasized that lawyers who cite non-existent cases breach their duty not to mislead courts, which can amount to contempt of court.

In the most severe instances, deliberately submitting false information with intent to disrupt justice could constitute the criminal offence of perverting the course of justice, she warned.

While legal regulators and the judiciary have issued guidance on AI use by lawyers, Judge Sharp said guidance alone is insufficient to curb misuse and called for stronger enforcement and leadership.