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The Guardian — Technology · September 26, 2026 · On the brief until October 10, 2026

Oxford lets OpenAI train its AI models on Bodleian Library

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Training on digitized historical library collections

The University of Oxford permitted OpenAI to digitize out-of-copyright texts from the Bodleian Library to train AI models. Oxford retained scan rights for open public access, though internal records showed staff worried about reputational risks and energy use. Research institutions now confront how commercial data partnerships affect their archival missions.

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Consider whether libraries should allow AI companies to train models on historical collections in exchange for scanning support.

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