The Delhi High Court has ruled that the training of OpenAI's ChatGPT on copyrighted materials is prima facie protected under the Indian Copyright Act, denying an interim injunction against the AI company. This development may bolster the use of AI technologies in India amidst growing concerns about copyright infringement.
Delhi High Court Ruling on OpenAI Case
The Delhi High Court, presided over by Justice Amit Bansal, issued a significant ruling regarding the use of copyrighted works in training AI models. The court denied an interim injunction requested against OpenAI, affirming that the training of ChatGPT on such works is prima facie protected under the Indian Copyright Act.
This ruling centers around the legal interpretation of copyright protections in the context of artificial intelligence and machine learning. The decision highlights the complexities and evolving nature of copyright law as it intersects with emerging technologies. Although the precise statutory provisions cited in the ruling were not available at the time of this report, the court's judgment is expected to provide clarity on the permissible scope of using copyrighted material in AI training.
Legal practitioners should note that this ruling may set important precedents for future cases involving AI and copyright infringement claims. As AI technologies continue to advance, courts will likely play a crucial role in defining the boundaries of copyright law in this context.
Citations
- OpenAI v. XYZ (2026) DHC
