Reasoning
The NYT v OpenAI case, or similar litigation, presents a novel legal challenge to copyright law regarding AI training data. The increasing volume of such lawsuits and the inherent complexity of establishing precedent in a rapidly evolving technological field suggest a high likelihood of judicial involvement by 2028. The urgency and public interest surrounding AI's legal and ethical implications will likely accelerate legal proceedings and the eventual establishment of a ruling.Key uncertainty
The speed at which courts can process and adjudicate complex, technologically dependent cases and the potential for legislative intervention that could preempt or influence judicial rulings.