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Gov Adviser: AI Firms "Never" Pay for Creative Content

Exclusive: A leaked email shows a top government adviser told the culture secretary that AI companies would 'never' compensate artists for training data, raising concerns over UK's creative industry protections.

Noem uses Nirvana song in ICE raid video, sparks fury

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem faces a backlash after using Nirvana's melancholic anthem 'Something in the Way' to soundtrack a dramatic video of an ICE raid in Chicago, drawing fury from the band's fans and critics alike.

UK Music Legends Demand AI Protection Ahead of Trump Visit

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

Atlassian's A$4300 AI copyright offer sparks outrage

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.

Rock Frontman Disgusted by Far-Right Use of Band's Song

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.

James Condemn Tommy Robinson for "Cynical" Song Use

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'.

Taylor Swift's Secret Evidence in Folklore Legal Battle

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

Kim Dotcom Loses Final Extradition Appeal in NZ Court

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.

Sky's Urgent Warning Over Illegal Free Streaming Risks

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

Anthropic Settles AI Book Training Lawsuit

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.

Hidden bank fees shock for Aussie debit card users

A little-known banking policy is set to deliver a rude financial shock to millions of Australians who prefer using their debit cards, as major banks quietly change how they process payments.

Police smash multi-million pound illegal football streaming ring

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.

Government Proposes Overhaul of UK University Funding

The UK government is considering a major reform of university funding, including potential cuts to tuition fees and a new focus on vocational courses, sparking debate on the future of higher education.

Robbie Williams sued over 'Angels' songwriting credits

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.

Apollonia Sues Prince's Estate Over Purple Rain Royalties

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.

Goldbridge Blasts Neville's The Overlap in YouTube Rights 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

Drake sued by Universal Music over 'Not Like Us'

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.

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