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Legal Battle Starts Over Images Created by AI at Tesla’s Robotaxi Launch

The creators of Blade Runner 2049 have sued Warner Bros. Discovery, Tesla, and Elon Musk for copyright infringement. The lawsuit claims that Musk used AI-generated images reminiscent of the movie at a Tesla event, despite not receiving permission to use the original images. The case draws attention to worries about brand association and artificial intelligence’s effects on marketing.

Legal action by Blade Runner 2049’s creators against Warner Bros. Discovery, Tesla, and Elon Musk is under way. Inspired by the movie, Musk allegedly violated their copyright by utilizing AI-generated graphics at Tesla’s forthcoming robotaxi, also referred to as the “Cybercab,” advertising event.

Alcon Entertainment alleges in a lawsuit brought in Los Angeles that Tesla first sought permission to use a still picture from Blade Runner 2049 for its October 10 event but was rejected. Alcon turned down approval because of worries about Musk’s divisive political opinions and possible damage to the movie’s standing.

Notwithstanding this refusal, the complaint claims that Musk proceeded to exhibit a digitally produced picture matching the look of the movie for 11 seconds while trying to justify its significance. Alcon described the image as a “lightly stylized fake screen still,” depicting a man monitoring a damaged cityscape.

Alcon’s case attacks Musk for trying to misappropriate the movie’s brand to boost Tesla’s marketing initiatives. Particularly as it works on a new television series set in the Blade Runner world, the business contends that this illegal use constitutes a major commercial loss and has hindered its own brand alliances.

Alcon also worries about the possible harm to its reputation resulting from Musk’s well-reported actions, which they contend might discourage other companies from working with the movie. They underline that before forming alliances with Tesla, any smart brand would have to take into account Musk’s divisive behavior, which occasionally crosses the hate speech line.

Alcon demands undisclosed damages and a court order to stop Tesla from utilizing the AI-generated photos going forward as part of their complaint. This lawsuit could establish a crucial precedent for how artificial intelligence technology interacts with copyright law and the use of film images in advertising.

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