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The New York Times is the latest publisher to escalate the copyright dispute with AI companies, filing a lawsuit against Perplexity. This move echoes similar legal actions taken by other media organizations, signaling a coordinated effort to force AI developers into licensing agreements. Publishers argue these agreements are crucial for ensuring fair compensation for the use of their copyrighted material in AI training and applications, further intensifying the ongoing friction between the tech industry and traditional media.