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Studio Ghibli, Bandai Namco, and Square Enix are reportedly demanding that OpenAI stop using their copyrighted material for AI model training. This action underscores increasing apprehension among Japanese entertainment companies regarding the unauthorized use of their intellectual property. The original report, shared on Reddit, highlights the growing debate surrounding copyright law in the age of rapidly advancing artificial intelligence. The companies’ demands reflect a broader concern among creators about the ethical and legal implications of using copyrighted works to fuel the development of AI.