Preview | The AI Paradox | Massive Lawsuits & Soaring Valuations

The AI industry faces an unprecedented paradox: while major companies like OpenAI, Anthropic, and Perplexity battle dozens of copyright lawsuits from publishers and content creators worldwide, their valuations continue reaching historic heights.

Simultaneously, the industry is pioneering massive licensing deals—OpenAI's $250+ million News Corp partnership and nearly $3 billion in total industry licensing commitments suggest a path toward collaboration rather than litigation.

Investors remain bullish because AI revenue growth far outpaces legal costs, with settlements viewed as manageable business expenses rather than existential threats.