{"slug": "ai-companies-are-reportedly-shredding-books-after-using-them-to-train-ai-models", "title": "AI companies are reportedly shredding books after using them to train AI models", "summary": "AI companies are reportedly destroying physical books after using them to train AI models, according to a report from Tom's Hardware. The practice has raised concerns about copyright infringement and the preservation of literary works.", "body_md": "**Tom's Hardware** Premium equips you with world-class\ncoverage and detailed insights into the evolving hardware landscape.\n\nGet started with free access to reviews, badges and discussions.\n\nUnlock exclusive tools and insights for enthusiasts who want more.\n\nAccess Bench, Roadmaps, deep analysis and other exclusive tools.\n\nDive into our proprietary testing data and compare hardware with detailed benchmarks.\n\nGo beyond the headlines with expert reporting on the hardware industry.\n\nTrack upcoming CPUs, GPUs and tech releases before they arrive.\n\nIn-depth features, interviews and insider stories from the world of hardware.\n\nExpert insights and analysis delivered to your inbox.\n\nDive into our proprietary testing data and compare hardware with detailed benchmarks.\n\nGo beyond the headlines with expert reporting on the hardware industry.\n\nTrack upcoming CPUs, GPUs and tech releases before they arrive.\n\nIn-depth features, interviews and insider stories from the world of hardware.\n\nExpert insights and analysis delivered to your inbox.\n\nYour membership journey starts here.\n\nKeep exploring and earning more as a member.\n\nLimited-time Premium offer\n\nUnlock benchmarks, deep dives and roadmaps for £25.00/year.\n\nKeep exploring with your premium access.\n\nJoin for quick access. Enter your email below and we'll send confirmation plus sign you up to our newsletter.\n\nBy submitting your information, you confirm you are aged 16 or over,\nhave read our\n[Privacy Policy](https://futureplc.com/privacy-policy/)\nand agree to the\n[Terms & Conditions](https://futureplc.com/future-member-terms-and-conditions/). Geographical rules apply.", "url": "https://wpnews.pro/news/ai-companies-are-reportedly-shredding-books-after-using-them-to-train-ai-models", "canonical_source": "https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/artificial-intelligence/ai-companies-are-reportedly-shredding-millions-of-books-to-train-models-tech-giants-outsource-to-middlemen-to-secretly-buy-up-books-for-training-material", "published_at": "2026-07-29 16:33:54+00:00", "updated_at": "2026-07-29 16:53:05.535119+00:00", "lang": "en", "topics": ["artificial-intelligence", "ai-ethics", "ai-policy"], "entities": ["Tom's Hardware"], "alternates": {"html": "https://wpnews.pro/news/ai-companies-are-reportedly-shredding-books-after-using-them-to-train-ai-models", "markdown": "https://wpnews.pro/news/ai-companies-are-reportedly-shredding-books-after-using-them-to-train-ai-models.md", "text": "https://wpnews.pro/news/ai-companies-are-reportedly-shredding-books-after-using-them-to-train-ai-models.txt", "jsonld": "https://wpnews.pro/news/ai-companies-are-reportedly-shredding-books-after-using-them-to-train-ai-models.jsonld"}}