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Microsoft shows support for Anthropic's legal case against the US Department of Defense
Microsoft has filed an amicus brief supporting AI company Anthropic in its legal challenge against the US Department of Defense. Anthropic is suing the government after being designated a "supply chain risk," which could lead to a national security blacklist. The dispute centers on the implementation of safeguards in Anthropic's large language models, particularly concerning their use in autonomous weapons and domestic surveillance.
Clair Obscur Dev Withdraws All Legal Action Against Unrelated Comic Book
Sandfall Interactive has withdrawn all legal action against the comic book L’Academie Clair-Obscur, which it had previously claimed infringed on the intellectual property of its game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. The studio stated that the action taken by its legal representatives was a mistake, as the comic book is unrelated to their game. Sandfall Interactive expressed support for artists and creativity, wishing the comic book creator well.
Ousted Ashes of Creation director wins restraining order against his own board: "I categorically deny I mismanaged funds or caused the company's shutdown"
Steven Sharif, the ousted director of Ashes of Creation, has obtained a temporary restraining order against the board of Intrepid Studios, led by Rob Dawson. Sharif denies allegations of mismanagement and claims the board is attempting to seize company assets and IP for their own enrichment. The legal battle follows mass layoffs and the apparent shutdown of the studio.
Fortnite's Android Comeback Is On, As Google And Epic Make Nice
Fortnite is set to return to the Google Play Store worldwide following a legal settlement between Epic Games and Google. The resolution allows Epic to invest in the Epic Games Store for Android and brings Fortnite back to Google's platform after a legal feud that began in 2020. Google will also begin allowing third-party billing on its platforms in stages.
