Amazon is allegedly purchasing, scanning, and destroying rare books at a Las Vegas warehouse labeled VGT3 to use their content for AI training data. The process involves cutting bindings and scanning pages, with some books being destroyed entirely. The warehouse’s logo, a T-Rex holding a book, suggests AI-related activity.

Users are divided. Some argue Amazon’s actions are justified as part of business operations, citing the need to develop products for customers. Others condemn the destruction of books as unethical and environmentally harmful, calling it a violation of intellectual property and cultural heritage. One user noted, 'Destroying books for AI training is a violation of intellectual property and cultural heritage.' Another highlighted the unique value of pre-2022 books for AI training, as they are free of AI-generated content, which is crucial for avoiding 'model collapse.'

The community consensus leans toward viewing Amazon’s actions as problematic, with strong opposition to the destruction of books. However, there is a notable divide between those who see it as a necessary business practice and those who view it as a cultural and ethical violation.