Plagiarism Today

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

1: The US Copyright Office Says an AI Can’t Copyright its Art. First off today, Adi Robertson at The Verge reports that the U.S. Copyright Office has declined to register the copyright of an AI-created image that it says did not include an element of “human authorship.” Copyright Office on the work.

Copyright 246

Copyright Copyright Infringement Licensing Marketing 246

Plagiarism Today

JANUARY 19, 2022

1: Government Pauses Plans to Rewrite UK Copyright Laws After Authors Protest. The rule, entitled copyright exhaustion, places limits on the import of international editions of books. The IPO has said that it will continue evaluating potential changes to copyright law but did not set a timetable.

Copyright 246

Copyright Copyright Law Publishing Copyright Infringement 246

TorrentFreak

APRIL 2, 2025

In the race to build the most capable LLMs, several tech companies have sourced copyrighted content for use as training data, without obtaining permission from content owners. Many of those companies are now being sued for alleged copyright infringement. Meta’s motion relied heavily on a fair use defense.

Fair Use 129

Fair Use Law Copying Copyright Infringement 129

TorrentFreak

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Copyright holders are not happy with the unauthorized distribution of their content. Rightsholder Targets nHentai California company PCR Distributing is one of the affected copyright holders. Last October, attorneys for the alleged pirate site offered to confidentially settle all copyright infringement claims with PCR.

Copyright Infringement 145

Copyright Infringement Copyright Confidentiality Settlement 145

TorrentFreak

MARCH 19, 2025

The report provides a detailed overview of the threats posed by serious and organized crime in Europe, and includes a section dedicated to digital content piracy. Europol is no stranger to piracy and online copyright infringement. The data this report refers to was collected between 2017 and 2020, which is far from new.

Reporting 110

Reporting Copyright Infringement Intellectual Property Copyright 110

Plagiarism Today

AUGUST 23, 2022

1: Ex-White House Photographer Sued for Copyright Over His Own Photo: ‘You Can’t Make This Up’. First off today, Bevan Hurley at The Independent reports that former White House photographer Pete Souza says that he is facing legal threats over his use of a photograph he took on his own website. Have any suggestions for the 3 Count?

Copyright 246

Copyright Public Domain Copyright Notice Reporting 246

TorrentFreak

MAY 27, 2024

The company published its latest quarterly results last week, reporting $26 billion in revenue; a 340% increase compared to two years ago. NVIDIA Faces Copyright Infringement Claims Earlier this year, several authors sued NVIDIA over alleged copyright infringement. Copyright Act,” the company writes.

Copyright Infringement 128

Copyright Infringement Copyright Fair Use Copying 128

TorrentFreak

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

This week, EUIPO released another in-depth piracy report titled “Online Copyright Infringement in the European Union.” The latest report finds that in 2023 the piracy numbers have somewhat stabilized in the EU. Finally, EUIPO’s report makes an effort to capture some IPTV related trends as well.

Music 120

Music Reporting Copyright Infringement Intellectual Property 120

The IPKat

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

The IPKat has received and is pleased to host the following guest contribution by Katfriend Seun Lari-Williams (University of Antwerp) on the ongoing legal battle between Chief Afe Babalola and Dele Farotimi, which raises the question whether it might be appropriate to seek copyright royalties as a remedy for defamation.

Copyright 100

Copyright Copyright Law Intellectual Property Copyright Infringement 100

TorrentFreak

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

The web is riddled with copyright infringing content, ranging from full-length blockbuster films, through small music samples, to reposted celebrity photos on social media. Sharing Nude Scenes of Reddit Last year, we reported on a Danish case where a then-anonymous person shared small clips of films online in a subreddit.

Copyright Infringement 125

Copyright Infringement Copyright Social Media Moral Rights 125

TorrentFreak

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

According to several reports, Telegram is accused of facilitating drug trafficking, fraud, and the spread of child abuse images. Although copyright infringement wasn’t cited as a reason for the arrest, Telegram has attracted criticism from rightsholders in the past. Over a dozen other posts have met the same fate.

Copyright Infringement 133

Copyright Infringement Copyright Publishing Marketing 133

Plagiarism Today

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

The fallout seems to have even impacted Twitter’s copyright filtering tools. But, while Mastodon does have a slew of important and well-understood differences between it and a centralized platform, like Twitter, there’s a very important one that’s easy to overlook: Copyright. Copyright Office. Your Obligations Under the Law.

Copyright 306

Copyright Social Media Designs Design 306

The IPKat

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Heres what they write: The UKs AI and copyright consultation will data protection law render any commercial TDM exception ineffective? For example, a vocal recording in a musical performance is likely to be protected under copyright law and constitute personal data.

Law 111

Law Copyright Licensing Copyright Law 111

Copyright Lately

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

This years event coincided with a major milestone: on January 1, the earliest works of Frances favorite boy reporter, Tintin, entered the U.S. copyright term runs not from the comics original Belgian publication, but from the date the works were first published in the United States. copyright protection for Tintin. until 1989.

Public Domain 96

Public Domain Copyright Cease and Desist Publishing 96

TorrentFreak

MARCH 24, 2025

Danish Police report that the Court in Hillerdr sentenced a 46-year-old man to nine months in prison, three of which are unconditional. The police further mentioned that the defendant had 134 terabytes of copyrighted material in his possession, strongly suggesting he was not a minor player.

Reporting 107

Reporting Copyright Infringement Copyright Copying 107

Plagiarism Today

OCTOBER 21, 2021

1: Spike Lee, Nate Parker Sued by Indie Filmmakers Over Copyright Infringement. First off today, Diane Haithman at TheWrap reports that filmmakers Spike Lee and Nate Parker have been sued for copyright infringement over allegations that their 2019 Film American Skin is an infringement of an earlier screenplay.

Copyright Infringement 246

Copyright Infringement Social Media Publishing Licensing 246

Plagiarism Today

MARCH 3, 2022

1: Dua Lipa Sued for Alleged Copyright Infringement Over Hit Single Levitating. First off today, Murray Stassen at Music Business Worldwide reports that musician Dua Lipa has been hit with a copyright infringement lawsuit that claims her 2020 hit Levitating is an infringement of an earlier song.

Settlement 246

Settlement Copyright Infringement Licensing Fair Use 246

TorrentFreak

MARCH 25, 2025

Most of these cases allege that AI developers used copyrighted works to train LLMs without first obtaining authorization. Meta is among a long list of companies now being sued for this allegedly-infringing activity, including a class action lawsuit filed by authors Richard Kadrey, Sarah Silverman, and Christopher Golden.

Fair Use 101

Fair Use Copyright Infringement Copying Copyright 101

Plagiarism Today

OCTOBER 26, 2021

1: Arizona Beats Back Copyright Challenge to Car-Dealer Data Law. First off today, Blake Brittain at Reuters reports that the State of Arizona has beat back a copyright challenge to a new car dealer data law as the 9th Circuit has rejected an appeal from software developers. Have any suggestions for the 3 Count?

Copyright Infringement 245

Copyright Infringement Licensing Reporting Copyright 245

Plagiarism Today

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

1: After Settling with Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande, Photographer Sues Miley Cyrus for Copyright Infringement. 2: China to Crack Down on Copyright Infringement Through NFTs. 3: Chris Brown ‘No Guidance’ Copyright Lawsuit Dropped By Accuser. Have any suggestions for the 3 Count?

Non-Fungible Tokens 245

Non-Fungible Tokens Settlement Copyright Infringement Social Media 245

TorrentFreak

JANUARY 22, 2025

There have been multiple reports of overblocking, where the anti-piracy system blocked access to Google Drive , Cloudflare , and other legitimate sites and services. These amendments mandate all intermediary providers to report any knowledge of illegal activity, including minor copyright infringements.

Copyright Infringement 113

Copyright Infringement IP Reporting Intellectual Property 113

Plagiarism Today

AUGUST 2, 2021

1: Manhattan Judge Rejects ‘Server Test’ for Internet Copyright Infringement. First off today, Blake Brittain at Reuters reports that U.S. This prompted Nicklen to file the lawsuit, alleging copyright infringement. 3: Jake Owen Sued for Alleged Copyright Infringement Over No.

Copyright Infringement 246

Copyright Infringement Licensing Reporting Copyright Law 246

Plagiarism Today

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

1: Texas A&M Escapes Copyright Claims at 5th Circ. The case involves author Michael Bynum, who sued the school for alleged copyright infringement when the school’s athletic department published and shared a story he commissioned about the schools “12th Man” mantra. Over 12th Man Story.

Copyright Infringement 245

Copyright Infringement Copyright Plagiarism Licensing 245

Plagiarism Today

JUNE 8, 2022

1: Photographer Sues Leaseweb for Hosting ‘Copyright Infringing’ Sites. First off today, Ernesto Van der Sar reports that a photographer has filed a lawsuit against the hosting company Leaseweb, claiming that the company has ignored copyright infringements taking place on its network.

Copyright Infringement 246

Copyright Infringement Copying Reporting Plagiarism 246

Plagiarism Today

AUGUST 5, 2021

1: York Can’t Be Sued for Copyright Fees Not Agreed To: Top Court. First off today, Leslie MacKinnon at iPolitics reports that the Canadian Supreme Court has ruled unanimously that York University cannot be held liable for its failure to pay a collective licensing fee that it did not agree to pay.

Social Media 246

Social Media Music Copyright Infringement Licensing 246

Plagiarism Today

DECEMBER 6, 2021

1: Major Publishers Sue Shopify, Alleging Copyright Violations. First off today, Suzanne Smalley at Inside Higher Ed reports that five major textbook publishers have teamed up to file a lawsuit against Shopify over allegations that the ecommerce platform is enabling rampant piracy. Have any suggestions for the 3 Count?

Copyright Infringement 246

Copyright Infringement Publishing Reporting Plagiarism 246

TorrentFreak

JANUARY 31, 2025

Earlier this week, various rightsholder groups submitted their recommendations for the 2025 Special 301 Report. copyright protection standards. Various groups stressed the importance of copyright protection when it comes to new AI technologies. Not just for copyright holders, but also for American tech giants.

Copyright Infringement 124

Copyright Infringement Copyright Copyright Law Fair Use 124

Plagiarism Today

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

1: ‘ Sports Illustrated’ Model Sues Twitter for $10 million, Accusing its Algorithm of Contributing to Copyright infringement. 2: Three Plead Guilty to Criminal Copyright Infringement. 3: Taylor Swift Rerecords ‘Wildest Dreams’ in Fresh Copyright Salvo. Let me know via Twitter @plagiarismtoday.

Editing 245

Editing Derivative Work Copyright Infringement Licensing 245

Plagiarism Today

AUGUST 16, 2021

1: Man Files Copyright Lawsuit Against Nickelback Over ‘Rockstar’ First off today, Lauryn Schaffner at Loudwire reports that a musician named Kirk Johnston has filed a lawsuit against Nickelback, Roadrunner records and others involved with the band. Let me know via Twitter @plagiarismtoday. Finally today, Michael S.

Copyright Infringement 246

Copyright Infringement Copying Copyright Plagiarism 246

Plagiarism Today

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

1: H3 Podcast Asks Court to Throw Out “Fatally Defective” Triller Copyright Lawsuit. First off today, Andy Maxwell at Torrentfreak writes that the team behind the H3 Podcast has asked for the lawsuit against them to be dismissed, saying that the lawsuit is incorrect as a matter of law as they did not commit any copyright infringement.

Copyright Infringement 246

Copyright Infringement Music Copying Copyright 246

Plagiarism Today

MAY 24, 2022

1: New Copyright Lawsuit Targets Uploaders of 10-Minute Movie Edits. They are targeting a group of three individuals that they allege infringed their copyrights at least 54 times by making shortened versions of popular full-length films. million) in damages for the alleged copyright infringements.

Copyright Infringement 246

Copyright Infringement Licensing Reporting Plagiarism 246

Plagiarism Today

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

1: Megan Roup Seeks Dismissal in Fitness Routine Copyright, Contract Lawsuit. First off today, The Fashion Law reports that trainer Megan Roup has filed for the dismissal of a lawsuit filed by fellow trainer Tracy Anderson over allegedly copyright-infringing exercise routines. Let me know via Twitter @plagiarismtoday.

Music 49

Music Copyright Infringement Contracts Copyright 49

TorrentFreak

MARCH 12, 2025

The Copyright Directive and the Digital Services Act both envisioned tighter copyright takedown rules for online service providers. Report Shows Low Responsiveness to Takedown Notices Against this backdrop, it’s no surprise that rightsholders remain unhappy. The report’s title leaves little to the imagination.

Reporting 57

Reporting Social Media Copyright Copyright Infringement 57

Plagiarism Today

JANUARY 26, 2022

1: Music Archive Wolfgang’s Vault Resolves Copyright Fight Over Concert Recordings. First off today, Blake Brittain at Reuters reports that a lawsuit against the online concert archive Wolfgang’s Vault has ended as the two sides have reached an agreement to settle it. Have any suggestions for the 3 Count?

Copyright Infringement 246

Copyright Infringement Plagiarism Reporting Settlement 246

Plagiarism Today

JULY 28, 2021

1: Bungie & Ubisoft Sue Destiny 2 Cheatmakers Ring-1 For Copyright Infringement. The lawsuit alleges that the group is committing copyright infringement not only because they are making derivative works based upon their games, but because they are circumventing copyright protection tools.

Copyright Infringement 246

Copyright Infringement Derivative Work Artwork Licensing 246

Plagiarism Today

DECEMBER 14, 2021

1: Can’t Shake This: Taylor Swift to Face Copyright Lawsuit. First off today, Reuters reports that a lawsuit accusing Taylor Swift of copyright infringement in her 2014 hit single Shake it Off has been allowed to move ahead, setting the stage for a possible trial. Have any suggestions for the 3 Count?

Social Media 246

Social Media Copyright Infringement Licensing Copyright 246

Plagiarism Today

AUGUST 11, 2022

1: Microsoft Sues “Black Market” Software Distributor for TM and Copyright Infringement. First off today, Christina Tabacco at Law Street reports that Microsoft has filed a copyright infringement lawsuit against The Search People Enterprises over allegations that the company distributed pirated copies of Microsoft products.

Copyright Infringement 246

Copyright Infringement Music Reporting Plagiarism 246