Organisation: Sony

Inside Sony’s enormous US copyright enforcement campaign

WTR data analysis reveals how one of the biggest copyright owners in the United States is enforcing its rights at a time of significant AI upheaval. 

02 August 2024

Deepfakes and AI-generated likenesses: how the latest legislation aims to protect individuals’ rights

We examine the current legislation, regulation and case law governing the production and dissemination of deepfakes and AI-generated likenesses in major jurisdictions around the world.

25 July 2024

Brand Tracker: January-April 2024

Featured in Brand trademark tracker

The WTR Brand Tracker series uses Corsearch data to shed light on the trademark strategies of 31 leading companies. 

01 July 2024

What are the top US copyright plaintiffs up to?

Data analysis reveals the most prolific copyright plaintiffs before US district courts – and their success rates.

03 May 2024

Brand Tracker: September-December 2023

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The WTR Brand Tracker series uses Corsearch data to shed light on the trademark strategies of 31 leading companies.

11 March 2024

Lando Norris takes pole position in F1 trademark race, as drivers expand brand portfolios

Lando Norris and Lewis Hamilton own the most trademarks of all Formula 1 drivers taking part in the current 2024 season, analysis by WTR finds.

04 March 2024

“There is new revenue available”: what to look for when licensing to video game developers

A burgeoning market offers brands an almost cost-free revenue stream and the opportunity to maximise audience reach.

26 October 2023

Attempted imitation of GOD OF WAR mark: DINAPI protects foreign trademark owner’s rights

The DINAPI rejected an application for GAD WAR for entertainment services, finding that there was a likelihood of confusion with Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc’s well-known GOD OF WAR mark.

31 August 2023

Bluesky Social: what brand protection professionals need to know about Twitter rival

WTR takes a look at the current brand protection ecosystem on the Bluesky Social platform, with our research identifying active impersonation accounts related to major brands. 

25 August 2023

Successful enforcement of Sony Interactive Entertainment’s trademark rights results in imposition of maximum monetary fine

The case demonstrates how defendants may seek to use certain tactics for the sole purpose of delaying legitimate actions. 

03 July 2023

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