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RPJ Partner Deena Merlen on AI, Deepfakes and the Copyright Office Recommendations

By Deena R. Merlen In today’s digital age, the question of whether we can trust what we see or hear has become increasingly complex.  As generative artificial intelligence (“AI”) technologies advance, distinguishing between reality and AI-generated fakes is more challenging than ever.  This controversy touches various aspects of our lives,...

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Congratulations to RPJ Client Natalie Hewit for the World Premiere of “Endurance” at 68th BFI London Film Festival

The 68th BFI London Film Festival (LFF), running from October 9-20, is set to showcase a vibrant selection of new films, with a standout being the world premiere of Endurance. This highly anticipated documentary brings the exceptional directing talents of Natalie Hewit to the forefront, alongside acclaimed co-directors Elizabeth Chai...

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RPJ Partner Nicole Page Authors Forbes Article, “‘Bravo”’ To Reality TV: Why The Industry Will Prevail Despite Recent Controversies”

Reality television has become a dominant force in entertainment, with shows increasingly pushing boundaries to capture viewers' attention. This trend has led to more extreme and risky scenarios, which in turn have raised concerns about the physical and mental well-being of the participants. As production companies chase higher ratings, the...

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Congratulations to RPJ Client Jezebel Productions on the PBS Premiere of “The Five Demands”

Jezebel Productions’ documentary, The Five Demands, has garnered widespread acclaim since its premiere at the Pan African Film Festival in Los Angeles, where it received a heartfelt standing ovation.  Following its festival success, the film drew in audiences at art house cinemas, starting with a packed sneak preview at Maysles...

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A Win for Visual Artists in the Copyright Battle Against AI Art Generators

By Daniel Jason Ain and Ariana Zhao Tensions between creators and artificial intelligence (“AI”) companies continue to run high, fueling ongoing litigation.[1]  In the latest win for creators, a class of visual artists survived a motion to dismiss their copyright infringement claims.[2] Last year, our colleagues wrote about the copyright...

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