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On November 4, 2025, the UK High Court handed down judgment in Getty Images v. Stability AI,[1] a case emphasized for its significance to content creators and the AI industry and “the balance to be struck between the two warring factions”.[2] Despite significant public interest in the lawsuit, the issues that remained before the court on the “diminished”[3] case were limited (after Getty abandoned its primary infringement claims during trial). The judgment dismisses Getty’s remaining claims of secondary copyright infringement. While some claims of trademark infringement asserted by Getty were upheld, Justice Joanna Smith DBE acknowledged the findings were “extremely limited in scope”.[4]

Leaving the 2025 AIPLA Annual Meeting, I’m more energized than ever. Surrounded by brilliant legal minds and inspiring conversations, one topic clearly stole the show—artificial intelligence. The real highlight for me? USPTO Director John Squires’ first public address, where he offered much-needed clarity on patent eligibility for AI inventions.

Director Squires’ Vision: The Three Pillars…

Editor’s Note: Construction disputes generate a staggering volume and variety of data, making traditional document review processes not only inefficient but often ineffective. This EDRM Workshop, hosted in partnership with HaystackID®, cuts to the heart of that challenge—showcasing how generative AI is transforming discovery workflows in complex construction litigation. From parsing Primavera schedules and BIM…

Beans and Spices

Multiple reputable sources are reporting that OpenAI CEO Sam Altman recently told employees—via a leaked internal memo—that Google’s newest advances in AI could “create some temporary economic headwinds” for OpenAI, even as he tried to reassure staff that the company is “catching up fast” and remains well-positioned for the long run.

Altman’s message reportedly…