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Secondhand book sales are booming. Is it because of AI?

First publishedAug 15, 11:25 UTC

Last updatedAug 15, 16:18 UTC · 5m ago

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Secondhand book sales are booming. Is it because of AI?

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Booksellers are reporting mysterious bulk orders. It's thought the books are being used to train AI - and ending up pulped.

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What's the story?: Booksellers are reporting mysterious bulk orders. It's thought the books are being used to train AI - and ending up pulped.
How widely is it covered?: 1 outlet, average source rating 9.0/10.
When was it last updated?: 5m ago.

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