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ByteDance to prevent unauthorized IP use on AI video after Disney threat
<body><p>STORY: Bytedance will take steps to stop the unauthorized use of intellectual property on its new AI video generator.</p><p>The Chinese firm made the announcement Monday (February 16) following legal threats from U.S. studios, including Disney.</p><p>Seedance 2.0 was released last week and videos made on it have gone viral in China.</p><p>The AI model has been praised for its ability to produce cinematic storylines with only a few prompts.</p><p>However, a source told Reuters Disney sent a cease-and-desist letter to ByteDance.</p><p>They said the U.S. giant accused the Chinese firm of using Disney characters to train and power Seedance without permission.</p><p>While Bytedance said it was working to improve current safeguards over unauthorized use of intellectual property, it didn't describe the measures it was taking.</p><p>Variety reported Paramount Skydance also sent a cease-and-desist letter to ByteDance.</p><p>It reportedly accused the Chinese company of "blatant infringement" of its intellectual property.</p><p>Disney's move comes months after it signed a licensing deal with OpenAI.</p><p>It allows the startup to use characters from Star Wars, Pixar and Marvel franchises in its Sora video generator.</p></body> Feb 16, 2026 - $DIS
NYT Avoids Netflix-Style Password Crackdowns, Leans On Premium Family Plans
The New York Times Co. (NYSE:NYT) is leveraging a “carrot” approach to monetization, using premium Family Plans to drive growth while avoiding the aggressive password-sharing crackdowns that recently triggered public backlash against Netflix Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX). The Carrot Vs. The Stick While Netflix opted for a “stick” approach—systematically blocking unauthorized users and requiring device verification—The New York Times is focusing on voluntary incentives. During the company's fourth-quarter 2 Feb 16, 2026 - $DIS
McDonald's Tests High Protein Menu As GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drug Users Surge
McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) is adapting its menu as a growing number of Americans on GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, such as Ozempic and Wegovy, alter portion sizes, snacking habits, and beverage choices. McDonald's Tests High-Protein Options For GLP-1 Users During a Wednesday earnings call, CEO Chris Kempczinski said McDonald's is testing menu items to appeal to customers taking GLP-1 medications. "As adoption grows, we know that consumers’ behavior changes," Kempczinski said. He noted these cus Feb 16, 2026 - $DIS
Disney’s Legal Battles Test IP Value In Streaming And AI Partnerships
Disney (NYSE:DIS) is defending its intellectual property in multiple courts as it faces a patent infringement injunction in Germany. The company is also pursuing legal action against ByteDance over alleged unauthorized use of Disney IP in an AI video tool. These moves come as Disney’s licensing and streaming businesses intersect more directly with fast growing AI driven media platforms. For you as an investor, these cases sit at the intersection of Disney’s core strengths in characters,... Feb 16, 2026 - $DIS
ByteDance vows to boost safeguards after AI model infringement claims
Chinese tech giant ByteDance said it was taking steps to "strengthen current safeguards" after Hollywood heavyweights accused its new AI video model of copyright infringement.It added it was taking steps to "strengthen current safeguards" to prevent "unauthorised use of intellectual property and likeness by users". Feb 16, 2026 - $DIS
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