Amazon faces backlash for using Twitch content to train generative AI

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Amazon has begun using content from its streaming platform Twitch to train generative AI models. The decision was met with criticism from Twitch's user base, who objected to their channel content being used for this purpose. The move highlights growing tensions between tech companies and content creators over AI training data. Users expressed concern about their content being repurposed without clear consent.

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