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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
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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.
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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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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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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
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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
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Wiley Rein
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After 25 Years, The Verdict Signs Off As Kent Meyers And Mick Cornett Host Final Episode
After 25 years on the air, Oklahoma's public-affairs television program "The Verdict" concludes its remarkable run, marking the end of a quarter-century partnership between Crowe Dunlevy attorney D. Kent Meyers and former Oklahoma City mayor Mick Cornett. The program, which launched in 2001 with a discussion about the Terry Nichols trial, evolved from a legal-affairs show into a trusted forum for substantive dialogue on law, government, and the issues shaping Oklahoma, featuring political leaders, judges, a
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Crowe & Dunlevy
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Advertising, Marketing & Branding

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FTC Settlement Highlights Risks Of Deceptive AI Marketing Claims
The Federal Trade Commission has charged three companies with deceiving small business customers by marketing an AI-powered "Active Listening" service that claimed to eavesdrop on consumers' conversations through smart devices to serve targeted ads. The FTC alleges the service was nothing more than ordinary email list buying dressed up in surveillance-themed marketing language, raising critical questions about AI washing and consumer consent in digital advertising.
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Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance (GALA)
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Made In The USA? Prove It: FTC Marks America's 250th With Crack Down On Domestic Origin Claims
The Federal Trade Commission has intensified enforcement of "Made in USA" claims, issuing warning letters in July 2026 to companies making unsubstantiated domestic origin claims and pursuing legal action against manufacturers across multiple industries. This enforcement sweep raises critical questions about supply chain transparency, the adequacy of final assembly as proof of domestic origin, and the scope of claims subject to FTC scrutiny, including social media hashtags.
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Crowell & Moring LLP
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