Intellectual Property | Technology | Entertainment Law Introduction: From Plastic to Pixels Toy brands are no longer confined to shelves or screens—they now live inside virtual worlds. Whether it’s branded Hot Wheels in Roblox, Nerf weapons in Fortnite, or Barbie Dreamhouses in metaverse platforms like Zepeto or Spatial, major IP owners are
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The Rise of Retro IP: Legal Trends in Toy Reboots and Digital Resurgence
Intellectual Property | Global Trends | Society Introduction: Yesterday’s Toys, Today’s Goldmines In an era dominated by nostalgia, retro intellectual property (IP) has become one of the most valuable assets in the entertainment, gaming, and consumer products sectors. From the reboot of Masters of the Universe on Netflix, to the surprise
When AI Meets IP: Who Owns the Algorithm’s Art?
Artificial Intelligence | Intellectual Property Law | Technology Introduction: The New Creators Have No Pulse In the past three years, artificial intelligence has evolved from an experimental novelty to a prolific creator—generating poems, symphonies, digital paintings, codebases, and video games. Whether it's a TikTok filter that renders dreamlike animations or a
Brewed for Battle: Hulk Hogan’s “Real American Beer” Triggers $10M Trade Secrets Lawsuit
Corporate Law | Intellectual Property | Entertainment Business In an unfolding legal brawl that reads like a script from the WWE ring, a $10 million lawsuit filed in federal court has placed wrestling icon Hulk Hogan—and his “Real American Beer” venture—at the center of a high-stakes intellectual property dispute. The
Huawei Must Face U.S. Racketeering Case, Judge Rules
Criminal Accountability | National Security | Global Tech Tensions A U.S. district judge has denied Huawei Technologies’ attempt to dismiss a sweeping 16‑count federal indictment, including charges of racketeering, wire and bank fraud, and trade‑secret theft. The ruling ensures the Chinese telecom giant will undergo a full criminal trial, highlighting longstanding
Lululemon Sues Costco Over Alleged “Dupes”
Business Litigation | Consumer Confusion | Brand Protection On June 27, 2025, Lululemon Athletica Canada Inc. filed a federal lawsuit in California against Costco Wholesale Corp., alleging that the retail giant’s Kirkland-brand apparel—including Spyder, Danskin, and Jockey items—copies hallmark Lululemon designs such as Scuba hoodies, Define jackets, and ABC pants. Lululemon
Creative Dispute: Lauren Sánchez Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Theft of Book Concept
Intellectual Property | Entertainment Law | Celebrity Litigation Lauren Sánchez, the Emmy-winning journalist, Hollywood helicopter pilot, and fiancée of Jeff Bezos—is confronting a new legal challenge. Alanna Zabel, Sánchez’s former yoga instructor, has filed suit in Los Angeles County Superior Court, alleging Sánchez stole the idea for her children’s book (pagesix.com). Legal Background: The
Hollywood’s IP Gambit: Disney and NBCUniversal File Landmark AI Lawsuit Against Midjourney
IP Law | Entertainment Law | Technology & Innovation In a case poised to redefine the intersection of copyright law and artificial intelligence, The Walt Disney Company and NBCUniversal have jointly filed suit against Midjourney, a prominent AI image-generation company. Filed in the U.S. District Court for the Central District
Shein v. Temu: A Legal Examination of Fraud, Counterfeiting, and IP Infringement
In the 21st century, the landscape of global commerce has been radically reshaped by the rise of e-commerce giants. However, alongside the opportunities offered by online platforms has emerged a growing wave of corporate piracy, where large corporations engage in illicit or unethical business practices such as fraud, counterfeiting, and
The Legal Ramifications of Google’s Decline in the Age of AI
For more than two decades, Google has dominated internet search, shaping the way individuals, businesses, and institutions access information, but things have changed. Recent reports from Apple executives and digital trend analyses indicate a sharp decline in Google search traffic over the past two months. This unprecedented drop coincides with the