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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