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Why Midjourney Made a Perfect Target for Hollywood’s First AI Lawsuit

Last updated: June 17, 2025 1:41 pm
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Disney Takes Legal Action Against AI Image Generator Midjourney

Disney’s recent lawsuit against Midjourney, an AI image generator, has been met with praise from the creative community. The lawsuit, filed on June 11, marks a significant step in the ongoing battle against AI infringement in the entertainment industry.

The Writers Guild of America, which previously went on strike over AI issues, commended Disney and Universal for taking legal action against Midjourney. This move has been long-awaited and is seen as a crucial development in protecting intellectual property rights.

Attorney Matthew Butterick, who previously sued Midjourney on behalf of independent artists, expressed his support for Hollywood’s involvement in addressing AI infringement. He described it as the most important intellectual property issue of our time.

The lawsuit represents the first major effort by studios to enforce their copyrights against an AI company. While Midjourney is a relatively small company with only 11 employees, the violations alleged in the lawsuit are considered significant.

Disney’s decision to confront Midjourney was driven by the need to protect its iconic characters, such as Buzz Lightyear, Yoda, Elsa, and Wall-E, from being duplicated without authorization. The lawsuit accuses Midjourney of engaging in bootlegging by replicating these well-known characters.

While the focus of the lawsuit is on the output generated by AI, some experts argue that the training data used by AI models should also be considered in determining copyright infringement. The legal battle raises complex questions about the relationship between AI technology and intellectual property rights.

Despite the legal challenges, some believe that AI technology should not be stifled in its early stages of development. It is essential to hold users accountable for misuse of AI tools rather than targeting the technology itself.

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As the case unfolds, it will likely set a precedent for future legal battles involving AI infringement in the entertainment industry. The outcome of this lawsuit will have far-reaching implications for how AI technology is used and regulated in creative fields.

Overall, Disney’s legal action against Midjourney represents a significant milestone in the ongoing debate over AI and intellectual property rights. It signals a proactive approach by major studios to protect their creative assets from unauthorized duplication.

Written by Todd Spangler.

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