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X says Cox ruling means music publishers’ copyright litigation must now be dismissed

X is hoping the US Supreme Court ruling in the majors v Cox case can help it win a legal battle with a group of music publishers. They argue X is liable for copyright infringement by hosting videos that contain unlicensed music, but X says in the wake of Cox that argument “fails as a matter of law”

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Live events giant CTS Eventim generated $3.48B in revenue last year, up 9.6% YoY — but shares fall on cautious 2026 outlook

The record results were overshadowed on the stock market. Source

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Universal Music Publishing India, devotional label Music Nova sign deal

It’s not Universal Music India but its publishing arm that has announced the major’s newest strategic partnership within the country. Universal Music Publishing India (UPMI) has just signed a deal […] The post is from Music Ally.

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Sandbox Guide :: The album is back

Sandbox Guides are for music marketers: They explain how you can use new platforms, create new strategies, and build new audiences. The Guides feature cutting-edge case studies, expert interviews, benchmark data, and a series of actionable takeaways, so that you can get started immediately. Publishe

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Cardi B wins dismissal of copyright lawsuit over ‘Enough (Miami)’

A Texas judge found that the plaintiffs sued in the wrong place, and that the plaintiffs didn't have a copyright registered for their song when they filed the case. Source

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Unison: Digital-First Music Publishing Rights Management

In this Member Feature, we speak with David Serras Pereira, Licensing and International Manager at Unison about how they've built an independent, multi-territorial publishing rights management platfor

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Unison: A Digital-First Publishing Rights Platform

In this Member Feature, we speak with David Serras Pereira, Licensing and International Manager at Unison about how they've built an independent, multi-territorial publishing rights management platfor

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Unison's Digital Publishing Platform

In this Member Feature, we speak with David Serras Pereira, Licensing and International Manager at Unison about how they've built an independent, multi-territorial publishing rights management platfor

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Unison: A Digital-First Publishing Rights Platform

In this Member Feature, we speak with David Serras Pereira, Licensing and International Manager at Unison about how they've built an independent, multi-territorial publishing rights management platfor

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Amy Taylor Copyright Dispute - Billboard

Judge George Wu warned the photographer that "things are only going to get worse" if the matter proceeds to trial.

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Amyl and the Sniffers’ Amy Taylor Wins Major Court Victory in Photographer Copyright Dispute

Judge George Wu warned the photographer that "things are only going to get worse" if the matter proceeds to trial.

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Unison: A Digital-First Publishing Rights Platform

In this Member Feature, we speak with David Serras Pereira, Licensing and International Manager at Unison about how they've built an independent, multi-territorial publishing rights management platfor

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Unison: A Digital-First Music Publishing Platform

In this Member Feature, we speak with David Serras Pereira, Licensing and International Manager at Unison about how they've built an independent, multi-territorial publishing rights management platfor

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Unison's Approach to Digital Music Publishing Rights Management

In this Member Feature, we speak with David Serras Pereira, Licensing and International Manager at Unison about how they've built an independent, multi-territorial publishing rights management platfor

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Cardi B Wins Lawsuit Over "Enough (Miami)" Song Allegations

A federal judge threw out litigation over the 2024 hit single, which Cardi has been performing on her ongoing Little Miss Drama Tour.

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Cardi B Defeats ‘Enough (Miami)’ Song Copying Lawsuit: ‘No Factual Support’

A federal judge threw out litigation over the 2024 hit single, which Cardi has been performing on her ongoing Little Miss Drama Tour.

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Taylor Swift Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Trademark Infringement

Las Vegas entertainer Maren Wade claims Swift's latest album has "overtaken" her brand recognition.

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MTV Lawsuit Against Nick Cannon's Rap Battle Show Allowed to Proceed

The case claims Bad vs. Wild, released by streamer Zeus Network, is illegally "cosplaying" as the successor to Cannon's longtime celebrity guest show.

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MTV Lawsuit Over Nick Cannon’s New Rap Battle Show Can Move Ahead, Judge Says

The case claims Bad vs. Wild, released by streamer Zeus Network, is illegally "cosplaying" as the successor to Cannon's longtime celebrity guest show.

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Bob Marley Estate Lawsuit Over Marijuana Brand

The Jamaican music icon's heirs claim cannabis company Tilray owes licensing fees for the Marley Natural brand.