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South Korean publishers raise alarm over bulk book buys linked to AI training

South Korean publishers are calling for stronger copyright protections and compensation as bulk book purchase requests suspected of being linked to artificial intelligence training raise concerns over intellectual property theft. Publishing groups are investigating suspicious orders and seeking a coordinated response.

South Korean publishers raise alarm over bulk book buys linked to AI training

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