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OpenAI strikes a deal with News Corp for content licensing

OpenAI partners with News Corp in a landmark US$250 million deal, granting access to top-tier media content for AI training and user response accuracy.

In a groundbreaking move, OpenAI has finalised a deal with News Corp, the renowned media company that owns prestigious publications such as The Wall Street Journal, the New York Post, and The Daily Telegraph. As reported by The Wall Street Journal, this agreement could potentially be worth over US$250 million within the next five years, provided as cash and credits for utilising OpenAI’s advanced technology.

This multi-year deal allows OpenAI access to both current and archived articles from various News Corp publications. The purpose is to enhance AI training and improve its ability to answer user queries accurately. By leveraging the wealth of information from these reputable sources, OpenAI aims to refine its models and deliver more precise and informed responses to its users.

Expanding media partnerships

OpenAIโ€™s agreement with News Corp is the latest in a series of licensing deals with major media entities. Notably, OpenAI has previously secured partnerships with The Associated Press, the Financial Times, Dotdash Meredith (publisher of People), and Axel Springer, which owns Politico. These collaborations are part of OpenAIโ€™s broader strategy to integrate high-quality content into its AI systems, ensuring that the information provided to users is both reliable and comprehensive.

However, not all media outlets have welcomed OpenAIโ€™s approach. Some, such as The New York Times, New York Daily News, Chicago Tribune, and The Intercept, have opted for legal action instead. They accuse OpenAI and its partner Microsoft of copyright infringement, alleging that their AI models have been trained on proprietary content without proper authorization.

Sharing expertise for quality journalism

The deal also encompasses a diverse range of other News Corp outlets, including Barronโ€™s, MarketWatch, Investorโ€™s Business Daily, FN, The Sunday Times, The Sun, and The Australian. As part of the agreement, News Corp will contribute its journalistic expertise to help OpenAI maintain high standards of journalism within its AI outputs. This collaboration aims to blend cutting-edge technology with traditional journalistic integrity, ensuring that the information disseminated by OpenAIโ€™s models remains credible and trustworthy.

This partnership marks a significant step in the ongoing evolution of AI and media interactions, highlighting the potential for synergy between advanced technology and established journalistic practices.

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