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Sean Combs assistant talks of Diddy’s “violent rages” in trial testimony

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Diddy • 2 min read

Sean Combs assistant talks of Diddy’s “violent rages” in trial testimony

The trial of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs continues, with jurors this week hearing from another of the musician’s alleged victims. A former PA of Combs described the “chaotic” and “toxic” work environment she endured for eight years, and how he physically and sexually assaulted her on multiple occasions…

Chris Cooke • 30 May 2025

Major labels face setback as Trump’s pet DOJ legal beagle sides with Cox in piracy battle

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Cox Communications • 5 min read

Major labels face setback as Trump’s pet DOJ legal beagle sides with Cox in piracy battle

Trump’s Solicitor General D John Sauer has backed Cox Communications’ bid for a Supreme Court review of its lawsuit with the majors, arguing that the ruling breaks 40 years of precedent and could force ISPs to cut internet access for Americans based on a single copyright complaint…

Chris Cooke • 29 May 2025

TRNSMT pulls Kneecap performance over “safety concerns”

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Kneecap • 2 min read

TRNSMT pulls Kneecap performance over “safety concerns”

Glasgow’s TRNSMT festival has pulled Kneecap from its line-up. While promoter DF Concerts has been under political pressure to cancel the group’s set ever since their Coachella performance, a statement says they were removed because local police expressed concern about safety if the group performed…

Chris Cooke • 29 May 2025

We are just another victim in the shameful lineage of Apple intimidation and bullying, cries Musi

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Apple • 3 min read

We are just another victim in the shameful lineage of Apple intimidation and bullying, cries Musi

Music app Musi has filed new papers in its ongoing bid to get reinstated to Apple’s App Store. Apple recently said Musi and its lawyers should be sanctioned by the court for making already disproven claims in an amended lawsuit. Musi has hit back arguing that it’s Apple that should be sanctioned…

Chris Cooke • 28 May 2025

Ten UK music festivals cancelled following collapse of Wannasee Ltd

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Wannasee Ltd • 2 min read

Ten UK music festivals cancelled following collapse of Wannasee Ltd

Festivals company Wannasee Ltd has collapsed citing a “difficult trading environment” and a sudden decline in “customer confidence”. It means ten UK festivals due to take place this summer are now cancelled, while the future of two other events depends on ongoing negotiations behind-the-scenes…

Chris Cooke • 28 May 2025

Lambeth Council magics up new paperwork in Brockwell Live spat, but NIMBYs are still not satisfied

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Brockwell Live • 5 min read

Lambeth Council magics up new paperwork in Brockwell Live spat, but NIMBYs are still not satisfied

Festivals were able to go ahead in London’s Brockwell Park this weekend after Lambeth Council issued a new certificate saying the events could legally proceed, even though a judge cancelled a previous certificate. Local residents say they will continue to fight the council over the festivals…

Chris Cooke • 27 May 2025

“Israeli lobbyists” want Kneecap shut out of Glasto, says band

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Kneecap • 4 min read

“Israeli lobbyists” want Kneecap shut out of Glasto, says band

Kneecap headlined Wide Awake on Friday, two days after one band member was charged with a terror offence for implying support for Hezbollah at a 2024 gig. The group was as outspoken as ever, insisting that “Israeli lobbyists” are trying to stop them from speaking out about the conflict in Gaza…

Chris Cooke • 27 May 2025

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Apple • 2 min read

Forced change to Apple App Store rules has resulted in more Spotify Premium sign-ups

A US court has agreed to fast-track Apple’s appeal of an injunction that forces it to allow developers to link to external payment options from within their apps, but declined to pause the injunction in the short term. Spotify says the injunction has already resulted in an uplift in premium sign-ups…

Chris Cooke • 23 May 2025

Sacked Copyright Office boss sues Donald Trump

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US Copyright Office • 3 min read

Sacked Copyright Office boss sues Donald Trump

Dramas continue at the US Copyright Office where boss Shira Perlmutter was sacked by Donald Trump earlier this month just after her team published a report on AI and fair use. She has now sued Trump arguing he didn’t have the power to remove her from her post…

Chris Cooke • 23 May 2025

ABBA’s Björn Ulvaeus and country star Martina McBride lead transatlantic creator fightback as AI companies face legislative squeeze

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EU Artificial Intelligence Act • 5 min read

ABBA’s Björn Ulvaeus and country star Martina McBride lead transatlantic creator fightback as AI companies face legislative squeeze

This week saw coordinated creator lobbying in Brussels and Washington as the EU battles over AI Act implementation while the US considers new deepfake protections. Even YouTube is backing federal regulation, suggesting the tide may finally be turning…

Chris Cooke • 22 May 2025

Kneecap threaten to sue industry execs urging festivals to cancel their sets, as band member charged over Hezbollah flag

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Kneecap • 3 min read

Kneecap threaten to sue industry execs urging festivals to cancel their sets, as band member charged over Hezbollah flag

A member of Kneecap has been charged with a terrorist offence over allegations he expressed support for Hezbollah, a proscribed terrorist group, at a gig last year. It comes as the group’s lawyers threaten legal action against industry execs seeking to get them removed from the Glastonbury line-up…

Chris Cooke • 22 May 2025

South London festival drama continues as Field Day disses private equity owners and residents vow to fight on

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Brockwell Live • 4 min read

South London festival drama continues as Field Day disses private equity owners and residents vow to fight on

Dramas around the festivals due to take place in London’s Brockwell Park this month continue. Local residents insist the events shouldn’t go ahead after their win in the High Court last week. Meanwhile Field Day has had a second go at responding to criticism of its owner, private equity firm KKR…

Chris Cooke • 21 May 2025