Cultural Misappropriation and Copyright Take Center Stage in #BlackTikTokStrike
Last month, Black creators across TikTok started the #BlackTikTokStrike, protesting what many would describe as the cultural misappropriation of Black art by white social media influencers. Specifically, Black dancers and […]
Celebrating America’s Independence through Music and Copyright
As most are aware, the Fourth of July is the celebration of the political separation of the 13 original American colonies from England, which was marked by the signing of […]
The Difference Between Plagiarism and Copyright Infringement
There are many differences between plagiarism and copyright infringement, yet it can be easy to confuse these concepts. While both plagiarism and copyright infringement can be characterized as the improper […]
Copyright Academy: Why You Should Watch
At the Copyright Alliance, our creator members lie at the heart of everything we do. Whether it is advocating for strong copyright policies or providing educational resources, creators are the […]
How to Avoid Copyright Infringement on a Podcast
Podcast creators share a common goal: to make engaging episodes that inspire people to tell their friends the phrase we’ve all heard a million times, “Hey! I have a new […]
Is My Parody Fair Use?
If you’ve ever watched an episode of South Park or heard a song by “Weird Al Yankovic,” you’re no stranger to parodies. Some creators have built their entire careers on […]
How Jewelry Is Protected by Copyright Law
Valentine’s Day is the holiday of love, and many people decide to gift jewelry–or propose–on this special day. The accessories this holiday is built around are subject to copyright law […]
Copyright Academy Creator Webinar Series Launched on February 8
It’s an exciting time to be a Copyright Alliance Creator Member. Why, you might ask? For starters, we’re continuing to develop numerous benefits that provide creators with helpful information about […]
What You Need to Know About Licensing Music for Virtual Events
The global COVID-19 pandemic has caused countless event cancellations and shifted much of the workforce from being at the office to working from home. While where and how we work […]
The Pandemic vs. Black Friday: Copyright Issues to Look Out For
As we can all acknowledge, 2020 brought its fair share of challenges. And while the creative community has done what it can to help, the coronavirus pandemic has altered the way we […]
