Legal Claims and Allegations
filed a lawsuit against Tesla, , and for copyright infringement, alleging unauthorized use of " 2049" imagery to promote Tesla's robotaxi.
The lawsuit accuses Tesla of "false endorsement," suggesting a relationship between Alcon and Tesla, and criticizes Musk's behavior as politicized and arbitrary, impacting brand partnerships.
Event Details and Reactions
During Tesla's We, Robot presentation, AI-generated images resembling "" were shown, despite Alcon denying permission for use. Musk mentioned the franchise while discussing the robotaxi.
Alcon seeks unspecified damages and a ban on Tesla from further distributing the disputed promotional materials, highlighting the substantial financial impact of the misappropriation.
