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Articles count: 14 Sent via mailing on June 26, 2025

"Exploring Copyright Challenges in Music Industry amid AI Advancements & Legal Battles"

This newsletter is about the challenges arising from outdated copyright laws in the face of technological advancements, with companies like OpenAI using AI to generate music, raising questions about copyright and creator compensation. It also touches on legal battles in the music industry. Additionally, it covers topics such as Live Aid being rebroadcast, festival industry insights, a landmark fair use ruling for AI training, Coldplay's chart success, and regulatory issues surrounding Spotify's bundling of audiobooks with music.

Legal: 1.0: 2025-06-24: Rekonesans w sieci #113 Prawo autorskie w czasach zarazy Legal: 0.95: 2025-06-24: Genshagener Thesen veröffentlicht

Legal, Ethical & Industry News: Music Campaigns, Copyright, TikTok Dispute, Public Enemy Protest Song

This newsletter is about the legal and ethical implications of music-driven ad campaigns, criticism in the music industry, concerns around copyright and AI in Europe, the success of Forrest Frank's song, funding issues for London's Notting Hill Carnival, the ongoing dispute over TikTok ownership, Public Enemy's protest song release, Tyler, the Creator's shoe collection collaboration with Converse, and the legal issues faced by Kneecap band member Liam O'Hanna.

Legal: 0.95: 2025-06-20: Budweiser boasts of “$0 spent on music rights” in “iconic songs” campaign, wins ad-land’s biggest prize Legal: 0.95: 2025-06-20: Watch Benson Boone Embrace His Haters in Joke-Filled ‘Mr. Electric Blue’ Music Video

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Articles count: 10 Sent via mailing on June 19, 2025

"Competition Law Concerns: Universal Music Acquisition & Data Dominance Risks"

This newsletter is about competition law concerns raised by experts regarding Universal Music’s acquisition of Downtown Music Holdings, which may harm independent artists and labels by undermining competition. Sony Music's CEO highlighted the company's data dominance and the potential impact of Universal gaining a similar advantage, revealing potential regulatory risks. Independent artist Anthony Justice filed a lawsuit against music AI companies for unauthorized use of indie artists' music, while sculptor Joel Shapiro's legacy as a champion for creators' rights is honored.

Legal: 0.9: 2025-06-16: Downtown deal part of Universal strategy to “undermine vitality and viability” of indie sector, cautions competition law expert Legal: 0.9: 2025-06-16: Did Sony’s Rob Stringer just hand regulators the case to tank Universal’s Downtown dreams?

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Articles count: 10 Sent via mailing on June 16, 2025

Entertainment Industry Legal Battles & Controversies Newsletter - Latest Updates, New Grammy Category & More

This newsletter is about legal battles and controversies in the entertainment industry, including lawsuits between Disney and Universal Studios against AI platform Midjourney, CAA's accusations of espionage against Range Media Partners founders, Ticketmaster's collusion with touts, drag activism against censorship at the Kennedy Center, Kevin Saunderson's techno album with his son, criticism of Cox Communications by record companies, rising artist Elizabeth Nichols, the addition of a new Grammy category for traditional country music, and the backlash and funding cuts faced by EXIT Festival in Serbia.

Legal: 0.9: 2025-06-12: AI platform Midjourney is “bottomless pit of plagiarism” say Hollywood studios as they join legal battle against AI Legal: 0.9: 2025-06-13: Talent agency CAA accuses founders of rival company Range of “spy novel” plot to launch competing business

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Articles count: 10 Sent via mailing on June 12, 2025

Latest Music Industry Updates: Taylor Swift, Sony Music, Festivals, AI Copyright, Legal Battles & More

This newsletter is about recent developments in the music industry, including Taylor Swift acquiring her masters, Sony Music Publishing's acquisition of the Hipgnosis catalogue, and challenges faced by independent festivals. It also covers issues such as AI transparency in copyright legislation and a remix of The Cure's "Warsong" by electronic duo Daybreakers. Additionally, the newsletter discusses the ongoing legal battle between major record companies and ISPs over copyright infringement liabilities.

Legal: 0.95: 2025-06-09: Now That Taylor Swift Owns Her Masters, Here’s What Her Fans Are Listening To Legal: 0.85: 2025-06-09: Hipgnosis acquisition further expands Sony’s publishing dominance, though Cooking Vinyl stays indie with Exceleration Music deal

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Articles count: 10 Sent via mailing on June 09, 2025

"Insights on Radio Royalties, Glastonbury Controversy, and Music Industry Updates"

This newsletter is about the push for a radio royalty for sound recordings in the US, Kneecap's controversial performance at Glastonbury, ESPN featuring Lil Wayne's upcoming album in NBA Finals promo, the adoption of Chappell Roan's song by the Edmonton Oilers, the release of early live recordings of Sly & the Family Stone, KATSEYE's remix of their hit song "Gnarly," Morgan Wallen's success on the ARIA Charts, the BBC's decision to keep Kneecap in their Glastonbury coverage, and Massive Attack criticizing Co-op Live for a sponsorship deal with Barclays.

Legal: 0.9: 2025-06-05: If Congress forces AM radio into every car, it should also force AM radio to pay artists, says open letter to US lawmakers Legal: 0.85: 2025-06-05: New Business and Brand Development // Erased Tapes Music (London)

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Articles count: 10 Sent via mailing on June 05, 2025

"Music Industry News: Eminem vs. Meta, Taylor Swift's Masters, Pusha T's Exit, & more!"

This newsletter is about a wide range of topics in the music industry, from Eminem's copyright lawsuit against Meta to Taylor Swift's acquisition of her master recordings, Pusha T's split from G.O.O.D. Music, Addison Rae's transition to a music career, and the criminal case against the operator of Yout. There is also a search for an iconic guitar from the Back to the Future film, highlighting its significance in pop culture.

Legal: 0.95: 2025-06-03: Eminem publisher sues Meta in “another case of a trillion dollar company” exploiting artists for “obscene monetary benefit” Legal: 0.9: 2025-06-02: AI and new technology top the agenda at CISAC’s General Assembly in Sofia

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Articles count: 10 Sent via mailing on June 02, 2025

"Empowering Artists: Ownership Wins, Updates on Industry Battles, and More"

This newsletter is about artists reclaiming ownership of their music, with articles covering John Fogerty releasing a new album to celebrate regaining control over his catalog, Taylor Swift purchasing her masters back from Shamrock Capital, and CISAC's priorities for advocating for creators' rights. It also includes updates on the US music industry's battle against online piracy, Rihanna's father's passing, Cardi B's divorce drama with Offset, Selena Gomez's support for Taylor Swift, Zak Starkey's departure from The Who, and Dean Ormston's appointment as Chair of CISAC's Board of Directors.

Legal: 0.95: 2025-05-29: John Fogerty Reclaims Creedence Songs With New ‘John’s Version’ Recordings Legal: 0.95: 2025-05-30: Taylor Swift Fans Are Full of Emotions After She Buys Back Her Masters: ‘Taylor ALWAYS Wins’

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Articles count: 10 Sent via mailing on May 29, 2025

"Latest Music News: Apple vs Musi, Metallica's 20x Platinum, SEVENTEEN's Plans, Teddy Swims' Record, Kneecap Controversy"

This newsletter is about the legal battle between Apple and the music app Musi, Metallica's "The Black Album" achieving 20x platinum certification, SEVENTEEN's plans for individual music releases as most members prepare to enlist in the military, Teddy Swims breaking Billboard records with "Lose Control," and Kneecap accusing Israeli lobbyists of trying to silence them at festivals due to their support for Palestine.

Legal: 0.9: 2025-05-28: We are just another victim in the shameful lineage of Apple intimidation and bullying, cries Musi Legal: 0.85: 2025-05-27: Lambeth Council magics up new paperwork in Brockwell Live spat, but NIMBYs are still not satisfied

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Articles count: 10 Sent via mailing on May 26, 2025

"Stay Informed: Copyright Protection Updates in Music Industry and Legal Battles"

This newsletter is about various legal and industry developments related to copyright protection and intellectual property. It covers updates on Spotify's iOS app, legal battles faced by K-pop group NewJeans, controversies regarding artists like Ye (Kanye West) and Kneecap, and the lawsuit filed by Shira Perlmutter against President Donald Trump. Key takeaways focus on the importance of protecting creators' rights and fair compensation.

Legal: 0.95: 2025-05-23: Donald Trump sued by US Copyright Office Director over ‘blatantly unlawful’ firing - Music Business Worldwide Legal: 0.95: 2025-05-22: 2025 Annual Report

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