Social networking and user generated content in 2007 review
A review of 2007 finds Facebook overtook MySpace for social networking, while Imeem signed licences with the majors and YouTube faced takedown pressure from content owners.…
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Sony ordered to pay indie label $5 million over missing logo on Meat Loaf reissues
An appeals court has upheld a ruling that Sony must pay Cleveland International Records $5 million after reissues of Meat Loaf's 'Bat Out Of Hell' omitted the label's logo.…
CBS chief makes Last.fm comments
CBS chief Les Moonves has hinted that Last.fm's social networking features could expand and its recommendation system could extend to TV and film.…
CBS appeal Nipplegate fine
TV network CBS is appealing a record £270,854 fine from US regulator the FCC over Janet Jackson's brief exposure during the 2004 Super Bowl half-time show.…
US appeals court overturns Nipplegate fine against CBS
A US appeals court has overturned the $550,000 FCC fine against CBS over the 2004 Super Bowl half-time show, ruling the broadcaster could not be liable for performers' acts.…
Imus reaches settlement
Don Imus has reached a confidential settlement with CBS after being fired for racist and sexist remarks, leaving him free to find another radio job.…
SonyBMG sign up to Last.fm
SonyBMG has signed an international content deal with Last.fm, joining EMI and Warner, after the service was bought by CBS last month.…
Last.fm founders face lawsuit from fellow founder
Music Week reports that Thomas Willomitzer, an original Last.fm architect, is planning legal action against the owners over the $280 million CBS takeover.…
CBS acquire Last.fm
US media group CBS has acquired Last.fm for $280 million, with the London-based service continuing to be run by its three founders.…
CBS to buy Last.fm
The LA Times reports US media group CBS is set to announce it has bought London-based music recommendation service Last.fm.…
Porn pic supports Imus
Californian adult company Kick Ass Pictures is making Nappy Headed Hos and will donate a dollar per DVD to Don Imus's retirement fund after CBS fired him.…
Rutgers team accept Imus apology
The Rutgers women's basketball team has accepted an apology from the sacked DJ Don Imus, after he met them in person.…