Celebrities Urge Trump to Protect Copyright Amid AI Concerns

In a surprising shift, numerous Hollywood celebrities, including Ben Stiller, Olivia Wilde, and Mark Ruffalo, are appealing to Donald Trump for assistance in opposing proposed big tech regulations on artificial intelligence (AI). Their plea comes in light of fears that AI companies like OpenAI and Google may exploit copyrighted content without permission, threatening the creative industries. Trump recently announced a $500 billion AI initiative, dubbed the 'Stargate Project,' which aims to enhance AI infrastructure and create over 100,000 jobs. The celebrities argue that weakening copyright protections would undermine America's cultural and economic strengths. This unusual alliance highlights a significant reversal for those who have publicly criticized Trump in the past, with many now emphasizing the need to protect their intellectual property from potential exploitation by AI firms. Their letter emphasizes the importance of maintaining existing copyright laws amidst the rapidly evolving AI landscape.