Futurism: Devious New AI Tool “Clones” Software So That the Original Creator Doesn’t Hold a Copyright Over…

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A new AI-powered tool named Malus.sh is designed to circumvent software copyright by creating a 'clean room' clone of existing code. This tool uses artificial intelligence to essentially 'liberate' software from its original copyright licenses. The intention behind Malus.sh is to generate a version of the software that does not technically infringe on the original creator's copyright. AI

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IMPACT This tool could create new legal challenges for software developers and copyright holders.

RANK_REASON The item describes a new software tool with potential legal implications.

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Futurism: Devious New AI Tool “Clones” Software So That the Original Creator Doesn’t Hold a Copyright Over the New Version. “As 404 Media reports, a new tool du

Futurism: Devious New AI Tool “Clones” Software So That the Original Creator Doesn’t Hold a Copyright Over the New Version. “As 404 Media reports, a new tool dubbed Malus.sh — pronounced ‘malice,’ to give a subtle clue where this is headed — uses AI to ‘liberate’ a piece of softw…

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Futurism: Devious New AI Tool “Clones” Software So That the Original Creator Doesn’t Hold a Copyright Over the New Version. “As 404 Media reports, a new tool du

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