Judge William Alsup has denied Anthropic's motion to pause the copyright case, allowing the trial to proceed.
Denial of Anthropic's Request
Judge William Alsup of the U.S. District Court has denied Anthropic's request to pause the copyright case against them. This decision allows the trial to continue despite Anthropic's appeal efforts.
Implications for Anthropic and Investors
The denial of the stay has immediate implications for Anthropic, with litigation risks persisting for their institutional backers, including Google and Amazon. This ruling does not directly impact crypto assets.
Fair Use Ruling Impact
Comparisons are drawn to Judge Alsup's earlier fair use ruling, which endorsed the legal training of AI models while leaving claims tied to pirated datasets intact. This case is now escalating toward its trial phase.
The denial may accelerate procedural actions, potentially impacting Anthropic's strategies, as the district court's pace contrasts with previous litigation experiences.
