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Stability AI, a London-based artificial intelligence company, has emerged victorious in a landmark UK High Court case against Getty Images. The case revolved around allegations that Stability AI’s model, Stable Diffusion, used Getty’s images without permission to train its AI systems. The court ruled that Stability AI did not infringe copyright laws, as its model does not store or reproduce copyrighted works. However, the court found some trademark infringements related to Getty watermarks. This case highlights ongoing debates about AI’s use of copyrighted materials and the need for clearer regulations. Getty Images expressed concerns about protecting creative works in the face of AI advancements.