Music Modernization Act of 2018 Becomes Law
A new bill – the Music Modernization Act – has bipartisan support, and may revolutionize royalties paid out from streaming music services like Spotify and Apple Music.
Musical Infringement and the notion of ‘Thin’ Copyright
An interpretation of law nicknamed “thin copyright” has given rise to a spike in musical copyright infringement suits aimed at stars like Ed Sheeran.
Music & Copyright: What You Need to Know About the CASE Act
Here’s a look inside the CASE Act, a bipartisan bill proposing to ease the burden of disputes concerning the use of musical works.
Copyright Perspectives: VidAngel – Devil or Angel?
Can a company edit a feature film into something new and sell it for financial gain?
Using Movie Scenes for Work Training: 3 Things to Keep in Mind
Using TV and movie scenes for work training and presentations? Here’s what you need to consider before, during and after your training session.
Music Licensing: What is Considered Fair Use?
If you’re going to rely on fair use, you need to factor in how much risk you’re willing to take. Here are a few examples of fair use.
Getting Permission to Use Video Content at Work
Here are a few common misconceptions and challenges about getting permission to use video at work, and how to overcome them.
Music Licensing: The Difference Between Public Performance and Synchronization Licenses
One of the first steps in understanding music licensing is knowing the difference between a song and a sound recording. Here’s a breakdown.
Using Music at Work – 5 Source and Licensing Considerations
When work projects require music licensing, you have several different options. Here’s a look at five different paths you can take.
Using Music in the Workplace
While your team might know Adele from ABBA and Beyoncé from Bieber, do they understand the licensing requirements of using music in videos and presentations?