
Cardozo Arts & Entertainment Law Journal Blog
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AELJ was the first and remains a preeminent journal of its type in the country. Appearing three times a year, AELJ publishes a wide variety of works concerning the First Amendment, intellectual property, entertainment, and communications law.
Cardozo Arts & Entertainment Law Journal Blog
3M ago
The use of biometrics in the private sector has significantly expanded despite the disastrous fate of Clearview AI but in a more limited and cautious form.[1] Google has rolled out biometric verification to the Play Store using fingerprint and facial recognition technology on device, which users can set as their default form of verification.[2] Apple uses Face and Touch ID to protect devices and payment information. Both are entirely on device, and the only processing is the transmission from the sensor to the Secure Enclave, which encrypts and stores the user’s biometric information.[3 ..read more
Cardozo Arts & Entertainment Law Journal
3M ago
It has long been the principle that trademark law aims to prevent consumer confusion about the origin of goods.[1] The first sale doctrine in Trademark Law allows a purchaser to resell a trademarked product without incurring liability for trademark infringement, provided the product is genuine and unaltered.[2] With the rise of sustainability in fashion, the secondary resale market has begun to blossom globally, with many of the largest retailers in the world adopting more circular business models.[3] “Upcycling is the act of converting old or outdated resources into value”.[4] T ..read more
Cardozo Arts & Entertainment Law Journal Blog
3M ago
True crime[1] has become a cultural phenomenon that has captivated the attention of millions of people across various media platforms.[2] Although the genre’s origins date back centuries,[3] in recent years, true crime has surged in popularity, in part, because of its accessibility, widespread dissemination, and the continued interest in such content.[4] From best-selling novels to top-charting podcasts to Emmy-winning series, the rise of true crime in the entertainment space has transformed the way society consumes and interacts with crime. Fact: True crime is alluring to viewers. Acco ..read more
Cardozo Arts & Entertainment Law Journal Blog
4M ago
In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized various sectors, including the music industry. Companies like Suno and Udio, prominent players in the AI music generation market, have introduced innovative tools that allow users to create music from simple text prompts and also enable them to combine lyrics, instrumentals, and vocals.[1] However, these advancements raise significant legal challenges concerning copyright infringement and the future of music production. Suno and Udio’s AI Models and Copyright Issues Suno, a generative AI music company, has raised $125 million in ..read more
Cardozo Arts & Entertainment Law Journal Blog
5M ago
Image by Supliful via Unsplash At nearly every grocery store or convenience store, you will find an abundance of dietary supplements that claim a variety of health and beauty benefits.[1] These dietary supplements have forged a deep-rooted hold on society, so much so that you likely know someone who takes a dietary supplement daily.[2] The CRN Consumer Survey found that 74 percent of U.S. adults take dietary supplements and 92 percent of supplement users consider it essential to maintain their health.”[3] However, these supplements are likely not helping you—in fact, many falsely advertise the ..read more
Cardozo Arts & Entertainment Law Journal
10M ago
The internet stumbled onto a ready-made meme last month in the form of 20-year-old beer commercials from South America. Back in 2003, a Chilean advertising agency decided to elevate the art of product placement. Their canvas: a planned broadcast of the original trilogy of Star Wars during a primetime slot on the second most popular national channel. DVDs were in their commercial infancy in the country, VHS tapes were available, but not everywhere. There was a guaranteed, captive audience. The commercials in question were for Cerveza Cristal, a popular, inexpensive light beer. On ..read more
Cardozo Arts & Entertainment Law Journal
10M ago
When the trailer for the highly anticipated Amazon Prime film The Idea of You debuted on YouTube in March 2024, viewers were captivated by the striking resemblance between the main character, Hayes Campbell, portrayed by Nicholas Galitzine, and the renowned former British One Direction member, Harry Styles. The film is based on the novel The Idea of You by author Robinne Lee. In a 2017 interview, Lee admitted to beginning the novel after seeing a YouTube video of the boy band One Direction and stated that she was specifically inspired by the personal life of Harry Styles. While ..read more
Cardozo Arts & Entertainment Law Journal
10M ago
Last month, Tennessee broke legal ground by passing the Ensuring Likeness Voice and Image Security, or “ELVIS,” Act. This law amends the state’s existing publicity laws to include protections for an individual’s voice in general as well as specifically against artificial intelligence (AI) impersonation. The statute defines a voice as “a sound in a medium that is readily identifiable and attributable to a particular individual, regardless of whether the sound contains the actual voice or a simulation of the voice of the individual.” This standard shows a statutory expansion of legal protections ..read more
Cardozo Arts & Entertainment Law Journal
11M ago
Dwayne Johnson is one of the most recognizable and successful working actors on the planet. For an entire generation, he is synonymous with smash-hit franchises such as Baywatch, Tooth Fairy, and Jungle Cruise. In fact, between 2019 and 2021, he was the highest-paid actor in Hollywood and raked in $270,000,000 in 2022 alone. Further, he is a co-founder of Teremana Tequila, which holds an estimated value of $3.5 billion, putting him on track alongside George Clooney and Ryan Reynolds as success stories in the celebrity alcohol market. His most recent endeavor, however, may put him ..read more
Cardozo Arts & Entertainment Law Journal
11M ago
A majority of Americans are concerned about climate change. This fear seems to be a driver of consumer spending decisions. According to a study by PDI Technologies, 68% of Americans are willing to spend more on environmentally sustainable products than their competitors that are not sustainable. This number has steadily grown over the past two years. This figure is even greater for key marketing demographics. 77% of Gen Z, 72% of millennials, and 76% of parents would be willing to do so. Because of this, companies have increasingly sought to position and market themselves as green compa ..read more