Tech giant Apple is reportedly negotiating with major news publishers, such as Condé Nast, NBC News, and IAC, to obtain licenses for their news archives to train their generative AI systems. The negotiations involve multi-year deals worth at least $50 million, according to The New York Times.
While some news executives have expressed optimism about partnering with Apple, the response from publishers is mixed. Publishers are concerned about potential legal liabilities arising from Apple’s use of their content since Apple’s plans for news and generative AI are reportedly vague, adding to publishers’ concerns. Apple’s recent AI efforts may have gained less attention…