Over 150 leading British musicians, including Sir Paul McCartney and Adele, have signed an urgent letter to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, calling for stronger legal protections against AI scraping and unauthorised use of their work, citing fears of a 'race
Scott Farquhar's Atlassian faces backlash over plans to scrape Australian creative works for AI training with a derisory compensation offer, raising profound questions about cultural sovereignty and digital democracy.
The Libertines' frontman Pete Doherty expresses disgust after the band's track is featured in a political campaign video for Germany's far-right AfD party without permission, sparking outrage and legal threats.
Britpop legends James have issued a scathing condemnation of far-right activist Tommy Robinson after he used their anthem 'Sit Down' at a political rally without permission, branding it a 'cynical ploy'.
Pop superstar Taylor Swift has filed a secret motion containing new evidence in her legal defence against allegations that her hit song 'Folklore' infringes on a lesser-known track. The case, which also involves actors Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, tak
Marks & Spencer launches legal action against fashion rival Mango over a strikingly similar teddy bear design, sparking a major retail copyright clash.
Internet entrepreneur Kim Dotcom faces extradition to the United States after New Zealand's High Court dismisses his final appeal, ending a dramatic 12-year legal saga over copyright infringement and fraud allegations.
Leading tech firms are facing allegations of systematic copyright theft, using protected creative works to train AI without permission or compensation. This investigation reveals the scale of the digital pillaging.
Sky has launched a major crackdown on illegal streaming, specifically targeting services like StreamEast. Millions of UK viewers using free streams for Premier League and blockbuster movies are at risk of severe penalties, including fines and internet sus
AI firm Anthropic reaches a confidential settlement with the Authors Guild in a pivotal US lawsuit over using copyrighted books to train its AI models, setting a new industry precedent.
High Street giant Marks & Spencer is suing clothing retailer FatFace for £6 million in a landmark copyright case over the design of its classic Breton stripe tops. The legal battle could redefine fashion copyright in the UK.
A sophisticated illegal streaming network, suspected of facilitating over 50,000 Premier League and pay-per-view events, has been dismantled by a UK police taskforce. Five individuals have been arrested in a significant blow to digital piracy.
Rock legend Sting scores a major legal win as a judge dismisses the Police's attempt to halt a multi-million pound lawsuit over the authorship of their iconic hit 'Every Breath You Take'.
The family of the late artist who designed the iconic Cracker Barrel logo breaks their silence, demanding credit and compensation from the US restaurant giant in a battle over artistic legacy.
Trey Parker and Matt Stone use AI-generated characters of Mickey Mouse and Snow White to launch a scathing attack on Disney's copyright battles in a shocking new video.
Songwriter Guy Chambers takes Robbie Williams to the High Court in a legal dispute over royalties from the iconic hit 'Angels'. The case centres on authorship credits and millions in potential lost earnings.
Rock icon Jack White launches a furious tirade against Donald Trump after the former president used his music at a campaign event, branding him a 'loser' and a 'clown'.
Apollonia Kotero, famed for her role in 'Purple Rain', launches a landmark lawsuit against Prince's estate, alleging unpaid royalties and unauthorised use of her likeness, in a dramatic new chapter for the iconic film's legacy.
Rock icon Jack White issues a cease-and-desist to Donald Trump after his song appears in a pro-Trump video filmed in the Oval Office, sparking a fiery legal and political row.
YouTube sensation Mark Goldbridge has launched a scathing attack on Gary Neville's football show, The Overlap, accusing it of hypocrisy over the use of Premier League match footage. The viral rant exposes the bitter battle for digital dominance in footbal
Global superstar Drake is embroiled in a lawsuit with Universal Music Group over his track 'Not Like Us', raising questions about copyright and artistic freedom in the music industry.
Legendary musician John Fogerty reveals he was excluded from the sale of Creedence Clearwater Revival’s master recordings, sparking outrage among fans and industry experts.
A South Korean court has dismissed a copyright infringement claim against Pinkfong's global hit 'Baby Shark', ruling in favour of the creators.
A South Korean court has ruled against a US composer who claimed the viral hit 'Baby Shark' plagiarised his work, ending a high-profile legal battle over the catchy children's tune.
Atlassian co-founder Scott Farquhar argues Australia should allow AI to train on creative content for free—but experts warn of unintended consequences for artists and innovation.
The Australian government is under scrutiny to define clear regulations for AI and copyright, as industry leaders demand urgent clarity.
A British toymaker is taking legal action against a TikTok account for allegedly using its animal dolls in viral videos without permission, claiming copyright infringement.
The Productivity Commission proposes a new copyright exception for text and data mining, sparking debate between tech progress and creator rights.
Leading arts and media organisations in Australia are calling on the Labour government to take decisive action against the unauthorised use of Australian creative works to train AI models.
A new report urges the UK to modernise copyright laws to facilitate text and data mining for AI development, balancing innovation with creator rights.