Meta has strongly denied allegations in a lawsuit that it illegally downloaded pornographic content to train its artificial intelligence systems. The company stated that the claims are baseless and do not reflect its practices or policies. The lawsuit, filed by a group of individuals, alleges that Meta used pirated adult content—obtained through torrent networks—to train its AI models, including those used in its social media platforms and generative AI tools. The plaintiffs argue that this constitutes copyright infringement and violates privacy rights. In response, Meta issued a statement asserting that the allegations are unfounded. The company clarified that any downloads it conducted were for internal testing and personal use by employees, not for training AI systems. It emphasized that its AI development relies on legally sourced data, including publicly available content and data licensed from third parties. Meta also pointed out that the use of pirated material would be inconsistent with its long-standing policies on data ethics, content safety, and legal compliance. The company added that it has strict internal controls and review processes to ensure that all data used in AI training adheres to legal and ethical standards. The case has drawn attention to broader concerns about how AI companies source training data, particularly when it comes to sensitive or copyrighted material. While some AI developers have acknowledged using web-scraped content, Meta maintained that its practices are transparent and lawful. The lawsuit remains pending, and Meta has indicated it will defend itself vigorously. The company reiterated its commitment to responsible AI development and said it continues to invest in tools and safeguards to prevent misuse of its platforms and technologies.