# Microsoft's AI CEO: Web Content (Without a Robots.txt File) is 'Freeware' for AI Training

**URL:** <https://onehack.st/t/microsofts-ai-ceo-web-content-without-a-robots-txt-file-is-freeware-for-ai-training/286184>\
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**Created:** [July 7, 2024, 8:51am UTC](https://onehack.st/t/microsofts-ai-ceo-web-content-without-a-robots-txt-file-is-freeware-for-ai-training/286184 "2024-07-07T08:51:58Z")\
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**Post date:** [July 7, 2024, 8:51am UTC](https://onehack.st/t/microsofts-ai-ceo-web-content-without-a-robots-txt-file-is-freeware-for-ai-training/286184/1 "2024-07-07T08:51:58Z")

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**Summary:**

1. Microsoft’s AI CEO, Mustafa Suleyman, asserts web content is “freeware” for AI training unless explicitly restricted by a robots.txt file.
2. This stance, discussed at the Aspen Ideas Festival, sparked debate over IP ownership and fair use, especially concerning content creators’ rights.
3. Suleyman predicts a future where knowledge production costs are negligible, transforming scientific and cultural development.

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