Internet

Appeals Court Vacates $1 Billion Jury Award in Copyright Infringement Case, Orders New Damages Hearing for Internet Service Provider

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Richmond, Virginia – The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has overturned a $1 billion jury award in a copyright infringement case against Cox Communications Inc., an internet service provider. However, the court affirmed Cox’s liability for repeated copyright infringement on its network. The decision came after the court found insufficient evidence to establish vicarious liability, which requires a causal link between the defendant’s financial interest and the copyright infringement. The case, Sony Music Entertainment v. Cox Communications Inc., was remanded for a damages hearing as the jury award did not specify the amount between … Read more

Outrage Grows as Fake Explicit Images of Taylor Swift Flood the Internet: Virginia Deepfake Law Under Scrutiny

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Nashville, Tennessee – Faked sexually explicit images of global megastar and singer Taylor Swift have caused a stir online, highlighting the alarming speed at which artificial intelligence (AI)-generated explicit content can spread. This incident has shed light on the lack of clear legal protections for victims in a world where AI has rapidly emerged as a powerful tool for creating images without the consent of those depicted. According to a USA Today investigation, only 10 states have passed laws specifically addressing deepfake pornography, which refers to AI-generated images, audio files, or videos with sexual content. … Read more

Internet Sensation: TikToker Sparks Controversy with Questioning the Title ‘Grandma’ – Is it Time for a Change?

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Austin, Texas – A TikTok video showcasing a debate over the appropriate title for a mother-in-law has gained significant attention on social media, sparking discussion about the use of traditional labels. The video, which has now gone viral, questions whether the term “grandma” is an outdated descriptor. In the clip, a user named @KatieB is seen referring to her mother-in-law as “grandma,” while her own mother is addressed as “mom.” This casual distinction led to a lively debate in the comments section, with some viewers sharing their own preferences for alternative titles such as “nana” … Read more

Defense Lawyer Advocates for Suspected Serial Killer Rex Heuermann Amid Disturbing Internet Search History Revelations

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Riverhead, New York – Rex Heuermann, the suspected serial killer from Gilgo Beach, is facing scrutiny after a disturbing list of internet searches was exposed. Heuermann’s lawyer, Michael Brown, came forward to defend his client following a court hearing where prosecutors presented the alleged Google search history of the former Manhattan architectural consultant. During the hearing, prosecutors revealed that Heuermann had made several unsettling searches, which they described as “sadistic.” These searches, allegedly made through a burner account created under the alias Thomas Hawk, included phrases such as “girl with face beat up,” “Asian twink … Read more