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Special Master Declines Categorical Exemption Of MMRs And Brand Sponsors From Associated Entity Designation Under House Settlement
Following the House settlement, the legal treatment of NIL deals involving multimedia rights partners and brand sponsors has become significantly more complex. A recent federal court ruling rejected categorical exemptions for these entities, instead requiring fact-specific analysis of their relationships with athletic programs. Schools, athletes, and their partners must now navigate heightened scrutiny from the College Sports Commission when structuring NIL agreements with entities that may qualify as "Asso
United States Media & IT
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Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC
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Ankura CTIX FLASH Update – July 7, 2026
Recent cybersecurity research reveals how threat actors are exploiting AI coding assistants, open-source ecosystems, and malware-as-a-service platforms to launch sophisticated attacks on developers and enterprise systems. Meanwhile, Hong Kong's IPO market surges to reclaim its global leadership position, and institutional investors navigate complex technical due diligence for data center conversions as tariff-related class actions reshape retail litigation strategies.
United States Media & IT
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Ankura Consulting Group LLC
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Special Master Denies Motion To Exclude MMRs And Brand Sponsors From "Associated Entity" Definition Under NCAA House Settlement; CSC Updates Enforcement Policy
A federal magistrate judge has ruled that multimedia rights companies and brand sponsors cannot be categorically excluded from the definition of "Associated Entities" under the House Settlement, leaving open the possibility that such entities could be subject to NCAA oversight if they engage in activities that circumvent compensation caps for college athletes. The decision comes as the College Sports Commission updates its enforcement policies and raises concerns about institutions using consulting agreemen
United States Media & IT
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Crowell & Moring LLP
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IT and Internet

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USPTO Releases Additional NIL Trademark Resources For Student-Athletes And Brand Owners
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has launched a comprehensive resource page to help student-athletes, entertainers, influencers, and entrepreneurs understand how federal trademark registration can protect their name, image, and likeness rights. As artificial intelligence reshapes content creation and threatens brand authenticity through digital replicas and voice cloning, proactive trademark planning has evolved from optional to essential for anyone monetizing their personal brand.
United States IP
HK
Holland & Knight
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Cloud ERP And The UCC
When enterprise software implementations fail, customers often turn to the Uniform Commercial Code for remedies like implied warranties and the failed-remedy rule. But modern cloud ERP subscriptions—Oracle Fusion, Workday, SAP S/4HANA Cloud—may not qualify as "goods" under Article 2 at all, leaving buyers who built their entire case on UCC protections standing on unstable ground. This analysis examines why the goods-versus-services classification has become central in cloud software disputes and
United States Commercial
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Tactical Law Group LLP
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Telecoms, Mobile & Cable Communications

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Voice Service Providers Beware: The FCC Is Ramping Up Efforts To Combat Robocalls
The FCC is implementing a comprehensive wave of proposed rule changes targeting illegal robocalls, introducing enhanced caller authentication requirements, new numbering access certifications, strengthened know-your-customer obligations, and expanded upstream provider vetting mandates. Voice service providers throughout the call path face increased regulatory scrutiny and proactive compliance responsibilities.
United States Media & IT
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Kelley Drye & Warren LLP
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Media & Entertainment Law

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Digital Resurrection: No Simple Legal Script
The use of artificial intelligence to digitally recreate deceased actors for film productions presents complex challenges at the intersection of technology, ethics, and intellectual property law. As this practice becomes increasingly sophisticated and widespread, questions arise about ownership rights, consent, and the legal frameworks needed to govern digital resurrection. The entertainment industry faces an evolving landscape where traditional IP protections may not adequately address these novel scenario
United States IP
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Dickinson Wright PLLC
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Good Grief! Copyright Infringement Claims Brought Over Charlie Brown Music
Lee Mendelson Film Productions has launched multiple federal lawsuits against entities including the U.S. Department of the Interior, Heritage Auctions, and gaming companies for unauthorized use of iconic Peanuts music compositions. The cases center on the famous Vince Guaraldi jazz recordings, including "Linus and Lucy" and "O Tannenbaum," used without permission in social media posts and video games. Will these strict liability copyright claims result in substantial damages and set a precedent for protect
United States IP
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Klemchuk
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Supreme Court Decision Renews Focus On Political Advertising And Lowest Unit Charge
The U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision in NRSC v. FEC, combined with FCC Media Bureau guidance, fundamentally alters the landscape of political advertising by eliminating limits on party coordinated expenditures and expanding access to lowest unit charge rates. This development has sparked legal challenges from Democratic lawmakers who argue the FCC's interpretation conflicts with the Communications Act, setting up a critical Fourth Circuit case that could determine the scope of broadcast advertising enti
United States Media & IT
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Wiley Rein
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Advertising, Marketing & Branding

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USPTO Releases Additional NIL Trademark Resources For Student-Athletes And Brand Owners
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has launched a comprehensive resource page to help student-athletes, entertainers, influencers, and entrepreneurs understand how federal trademark registration can protect their name, image, and likeness rights. As artificial intelligence reshapes content creation and threatens brand authenticity through digital replicas and voice cloning, proactive trademark planning has evolved from optional to essential for anyone monetizing their personal brand.
United States IP
HK
Holland & Knight
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FTC Sends More Warning Letters Over Made In USA Claims
The Federal Trade Commission has escalated its enforcement of Made in USA claims by sending warning letters to seven companies, following President Trump's executive order prioritizing such enforcement. Companies face potential civil penalties of up to $53,088 per violation if they cannot substantiate that "all or virtually all" of their products were made in the USA, including claims made through social media hashtags.
United States Consumer
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Kelley Drye & Warren LLP
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