CNN sues Perplexity for illegally reproducing its articles using AI

CNN has filed a lawsuit against AI startup Perplexity, accusing it of unlawfully using its AI tools to copy and distribute its copyrighted journalism, including content hidden behind subscription paywalls, without permission or payment. The lawsuit stated, "Perplexity, a company valued at tens of billions of dollars, shouldn't be able to steal from entities that create the original content."