The Briefing: Another Court Gets It Right in Tattoo Copyright Dispute (Podcast)
Game On: Navigating the Legal Landscape of Sports Wagering — Regulatory Oversight Podcast
The King of Donkey Kong: Conversations with a Video Game Industry Icon with Garry Kitchen, Legendary Video Game Designer and Expert Witness
The Future of Virtual Reality in Sports with Bob Tetiva, Founder & CEO, Sense Arena
Designing Video Games: The Artist’s Perspective, With Chris Perna, Digital Artist and Former Art Director at Epic Games
The Current State of Live Esports with Rebecca Longawa, Founder & President at Happy Warrior and Chief Operating Officer at Native Gaming
Welcome to the Major League: An In-House Counsel Perspective with Mandy Petrillo, Assistant General Counsel, Fenway Sports Group Boston
A New Solution for Online Gambling Companies with Eric Frank, CEO, Odds On Compliance
Podcast: The Briefing by the IP Law Blog - Tattoo Artist Copyright Win Will Create Uncertainty Over Celebrities with Tattoos
The Briefing by the IP Law Blog: Tattoo Artist Copyright Win Will Create Uncertainty Over Celebrities with Tattoos
The Social Impact of Video Games With Guest Ryan Johnson of Social Cxmmunity
The Rise of Mobile Gaming and Esports Gambling With Guest Anthony Gaud of G3 Esports
Keep It Secret, Keep It Safe: Trade Secrets in Video Games and Esports
Red Tape Redemption: Global Regulation of Video Games
A Moment with the Misfits: Legal Issues Facing Top Esports Teams
The Next Frontier: Legal and Practical Issues That Surround Mobile Gaming
Collegiate Esports 101: Trends & Legal Issues
You've Been Served: The Legal Effects of Games as a Service (GaaS)
Live From DreamHack and the Atlanta Esports Summit
5 Key Takeaways | The Maze of Laws, Rules, and Regulations at the Intersection of Gambling, Gaming, Sports Betting, and Fantasy Sports
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On August 28, the CFPB issued a Consumer Advisory warning that it believes video game companies are targeting children for monetary gain. With 45.7 million U.S. children engaged in video gameplay, the agency is concerned...more
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August 2024 - The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has recently concluded the public comment period for its proposed rule to ban trading in derivatives tied to U.S. election outcomes. If approved, the proposed...more
It's been a while since I last posted, and I apologize for that. (If interested, here's an alert about what's kept me away: a CFAA trial we wrapped up in late July.) But I am back, so let's look at the latest on the Section...more
As of relatively recently, gambling was generally prohibited in the United States. You could visit a casino in places like Las Vegas, participate in some state lotteries, and buy tickets for charitable raffles, but options...more
Representing a fall from grace for an industry that was once seen as key to boosting economic revenue for the Philippines, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in July announced a ban on all Philippine Offshore Gaming Operators...more
Associate Carolina Alonso takes a deeper dive into Artificial Intelligence in the videogame and entertainment industry. Carolina explores how AI is being used as a tool by game developers and what legal points these...more
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The Finnish government has unveiled a draft law proposing a major overhaul of the country's gaming regulatory landscape. The proposed system, targeted for launch in January 2027, would usher in a new era of open competition...more
In recent years, the world of esports has transformed from a niche subculture of competitive video game players into a global phenomenon of international tournaments, attracting millions of fans and generating substantial...more
As of today, July 15, 2024, Google gaming regulations contain significant revisions. The Google Ads policy for daily fantasy sports (“DFS”) operators now enable them to run advertisements in many markets across the United...more
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) eyes are on the gaming industry and the potential harm consumers may suffer from data security and privacy concerns....more
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After three long years, the Seminole Tribe of Florida, a leader in the fight for Tribal gaming rights, appears to have just won its latest battle – this one over a Tribe’s ability to offer mobile sports betting throughout the...more
In this episode of the Knobbe IP+ podcast, Knobbe Martens partner Mauricio Uribe speaks with World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Legal Officer Oscar Alberto Suárez Bohorquez on the recently announced WIPO...more
The roots of free-to-play games can be traced back to the shareware business, which paved the way for independent game developers and the free-to-play economy. While free-to-play games may seem like a modern concept,...more
The recent decision on Hayden vs. 2K Games is a big win for video game publishers. Dive into the fascinating world of copyright disputes over tattoos in video games. Scott Hervey and Jamie Lincenberg from Weintraub Tobin...more
The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) held its monthly meeting on Thursday, June 6, 2024. The meeting was hybrid with in-person accessibility at 160 N. LaSalle St., 5th Floor Auditorium and via livestream. Board members present at...more
When targeting hardcore gamers with in-game advertising, it's essential to create campaigns that not only capture their attention but also provide value. Engaging advertising campaigns that gamers enjoy are more likely to be...more
In May 2024, the Nevada Gaming Control Board (“Board”) released a notice to licensees encouraging the introduction and use of new and innovative technology into the gaming industry in Nevada. To achieve this objective, the...more
Ross Scott, operator of the YouTube channel Accursed Farms, has launched an online campaign (the Campaign) advocating against the video game industry practice of game publishers ending technical support for video games, which...more
In early May, Brazil’s Law No. 14,852/2024 (the “Legal Framework for Games” or the “Framework”) was published. Originating as Bill No. 2796/2021, the legislation provides the necessary legal framework for the burgeoning...more