In a surprising turn of events, Nintendo has publicly denied claims made by Japanese politician Satoshi Asano regarding its stance on generative AI. Asano suggested that the gaming giant was lobbying against the technology to protect its intellectual property. This prompted Nintendo to issue a formal statement, clarifying that it has had no contact with the Japanese government regarding generative AI and reaffirming its commitment to safeguarding its IP rights.

Nintendo’s relentless fight against piracy has taken a significant turn with the recent seizure of a major Nintendo Switch piracy site by the FBI. This site, which was notorious for hosting thousands of pirated games, was shut down following a seizure warrant from the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia. The crackdown highlights the ongoing challenges Nintendo faces in protecting its intellectual property, especially as the Switch remains a target for piracy despite the company’s efforts to combat it.