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The prohibition extends to indirect use and includes Outputs, meaning even downstream application of generated content toward competing products is restricted.
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Readers are prohibited from using the Services or any Outputs—directly or indirectly—to build, train, or improve any product or service that competes with or is similar to Runway's.
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"directly or indirectly uses the Services (including, but not limited to, Outputs) to create, train, develop, or improve similar or competitive products or services.— Excerpt from Runway's Runway Terms of Service
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The prohibition extends to indirect use and includes Outputs, meaning even downstream application of generated content toward competing products is restricted.
Readers are prohibited from using the Services or any Outputs—directly or indirectly—to build, train, or improve any product or service that competes with or is similar to Runway's.
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