Entertainment Report
Disney, Universal Sue AI Company Over Copyright
A major legal battle is unfolding in Hollywood.
Disney and Universal have filed a lawsuit against AI image generator MidJourney.
The lawsuit was filed Wednesday, citing alleged copyright violations.
According to the studios, MidJourney trained its AI using protected material from their films.
They claim the tool can generate images featuring their iconic characters.
The companies say repeated requests to limit such use have been ignored.
They also allege MidJourney hasn’t implemented technology to prevent these image creations.
Both studios are seeking up to $20 million in damages.
They’re also asking the court to block MidJourney from producing such images in the future.
This case marks a significant turning point in AI and entertainment law.
It’s the first time major film studios have sued an AI company over intellectual property.
The outcome could set a major precedent for content creation in the AI era.
By: NBC Palm Springs
June 11, 2025


