Music Copyright Cases Musicians Should Know
Music has changed over the years. From the earliest Gregorian Chant to classical works by Beethoven and Mozart, and from the early days of rock and roll to current hip […]
The CCB at Six Months: What We Have Learned About the CCB So Far
Today marks six months since the U.S. Copyright Office launched the Copyright Claims Board (CCB)—the small copyright claims court established by the Copyright Alternative in Small-Claims Enforcement (CASE) Act. Although […]
AI and Copyright: AI Policies Must Respect Creators and their Creativities
The exponential development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems represents a profound achievement of the digital age that brings with it tremendous opportunities. In fact, many in the creative community are […]
A Copyright Alliance Thanksgiving 2022
It’s been over seven years now since I first took on the role as CEO of the Copyright Alliance. For most of those seven years, during the Thanksgiving season, I’ve […]
Protecting Indigenous Artists Against Infringement and Appropriation
The Copyright Alliance is thrilled to celebrate Native American Heritage Month 2022 by honoring the diverse history, heritage, and culture of Native American and Indigenous Peoples. Copyright is rooted in […]
Copyrightability of Jack-O-Lanterns
It’s the spookiest time of year – ghouls and goblins abound, and candy threatens to expand our waistlines. In the grocery store, pumpkin flavoring and packaging jumps out in every […]
The Hidden Talents Within – NFL Players Who Are Also Successful Creators
Throughout the NFL season, I’ve been wondering more lately what hobbies or creative outlets professional NLF players pursue when they are off the field. Are any of them a part of […]
Copyright Law Concepts to Know Before Filing a Registration Application
Creators often wonder how to “get” copyright protection for their creative works. The good news is that copyright law will automatically protect a work if it meets the criteria of […]
Copyright Alliance Launches IPDC Program
This week, as a part of our efforts to increase diversity, equity, and inclusion in the copyright space, the Copyright Alliance launched a new program called the Initiative to Promote […]
Mexican Muralism—The Origins and Revolution of Street Art
Art integrates so naturally into our lives and surroundings that it can often go unappreciated or unnoticed. From the playlist at your local coffee shop to the chalk drawings on […]