Angelina YangFounder and Host, TwoSetAI · AI builder for visibility and discoverability

Can AI Companies Train on Books Without Permission?

27 May 2026 · 0 min

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In this segment of the YouTube video, host Angelina Yang lists recent headlines related to AI companies and copyright disputes: Encyclopedia (and its Merriam-Webster subsidiary) suing OpenAI, Dropbox’s $1.5 billion settlement, and the Patreon CEO’s comments on the fair‑use argument. She asks the guest what emotion the headlines evoke. The guest responds that they feel a little sad about the confusion and conflict, expressing a desire for collaborative, mutually beneficial solutions rather than lawsuits.

Encyclopedia and its Merriam-Webster subsidiary sued OpenAI. Dropbox settled for $1.5 billion. Patreon CEO also called the fair use argument. When you see these headlines, what is the first emotion that comes to your mind?
I feel a little, little sad that there's so much confusion, so much conflict, because I feel like rather than there being lawsuits and confusion, we should just build out solutions that work for everyone and make everybody work together.