This week on Rethinking Tech, Aparna and Harinda dive into the wild and controversial debate ignited by Jack Dorsey’s call to abolish IP laws — with Elon Musk quickly chiming in his support.
We explore the messy world of AI, copyright, and what happens when original creations are up for grabs:
How DeepSeek, OpenAI, and others are tangled in allegations of scraping protected data
Studio Ghibli’s style stolen at scale — and who profits
AI valuations built on shaky (stolen?) IP foundations
The global response to Trump’s tariffs and the rise of counterfeit commerce on TikTok
Why cyberlibertarianism is gaining momentum — and at what cost
How the US–China battle over patents could reshape innovation for decades
Is intellectual property still worth protecting in the age of AI? Or are we barreling toward a chaotic, free-for-all future?
🔗 Reference Materials:
• Aparna’s article - CNN: China’s First Humanoid Robot Finishes a Half Marathon
• Harinda’s article - IFL Science: Scientists Discover a New Color, "Olo"
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• Harinda Katugaha on LinkedIn
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