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Will Copyright Law Keep Up with the Evolution of Streaming Services?

By Kaitlyn Dobbins

Listening to music is a universal experience, and with the arrival of streaming services like Spotify it has become ever more prevalent. The ability of artists to profit off of their music rests in the protections and rights afforded through copyright law. These rights are available to those who wrote the lyrics and those who sing, and these rights apply whether the song is used on the radio, in a podcast, in the movies, or on a streaming service.

Taking a deeper look into why the European Union made the USB-C charger the standard across the 27-nation bloc

By JOLT

On December 4, 2023

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Taking a deeper look into why the European Union made the USB-C charger the standard across the 27-nation bloc

By Allen Masi

In 2022, an overwhelming majority of the European Parliament passed a reform that will make USB-C connectors the standard charger for most electronic devices across the European Union.[1] Apple, the popular iPhone developer, will be greatly impacted by this sweeping change.[2] After the fall of 2024, mobile phones, e-readers, ear buds, tablets, cameras, and other devices like those made by Apple, Samsung and Huawei will have to be compatible with the single USB-C charger.[3] This new change also applies to all laptops sold after spring 2026.[4] So, why did the European Union decide to make this change?

Use of § 112(a) rejections on antibody patents

By JOLT

On November 30, 2023

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Use of § 112(a) rejections on antibody patents

By Katy Pearson

A patent property right gives the patentee the “right to exclude others from making, using, selling, offering for sale, and importing the invention into the country [for a statutory period of time].”[1] The quid pro quo for a private right to exclusion is that the patentee provides “a clear and enabling disclosure” of the invention to the public “for the benefit of society.”[2]

HAIR: The Use of AI in HR

By JOLT

On November 29, 2023

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HAIR: The Use of AI in HR

By Jack Sherwood

Although artificial intelligence (AI) is nearly old enough to be a baby boomer[1], it wasn’t until recently that mainstream media and society alike deemed it potentially threatening to the working class as we know it. While most of the concern regarding AI is the potential for replacement of human jobs, such as tax accountants, web developers, and sales managers[2], what are we to think when AI is actually hiring for those jobs?

Can the Government Restrict Incitement Content on Social Media?

By JOLT

On November 28, 2023

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Can the Government Restrict Incitement Content on Social Media?

By Samuel Naramore

In November 2023, a District Court Judge in Colorado held that former President Trump had used his social media between 2020 and 2023 to incite lawless action.[1] With the 2024 election cycle looming, this judge’s ruling is incredibly timely. As social media’s attention turns towards the political discourse, the passion around contentious topics and groups will likely increase. It is critically important to understand what incitement to lawless action on social media is, to prevent future acts of political lawlessness like those on January 6, 2021.

Patents over Patients: How Pharmaceutical Companies use the Patent System to Keep Drug Costs High

By JOLT

On November 27, 2023

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Patents over Patients: How Pharmaceutical Companies use the Patent System to Keep Drug Costs High

By Kaitlin Carroll

The United States is in a drug-pricing crisis.[1] One in four Americans report that they simply cannot afford to take their medication as prescribed.[2] Part of what has led to this crisis is the pharmaceutical industry’s manipulation of the patent system to keep generic alternatives from entering the market.[3] Once generic brands enter the market, drug prices can drop by up to 90%.[4] However, drug manufacturers have been manipulating the patent system to extend their monopolies for years, namely through the use of patent thickets and pay-for-delay agreements.[5]

Cruiseing for Waymo Lawsuits: Liability in Autonomous Vehicle Crashes

By JOLT

On November 23, 2023

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“Cruise”ing for “Waymo” Lawsuits: Liability in Autonomous Vehicle Crashes

By Caroline Kropka

On October 2, 2023, a driverless vehicle traveled down a San Francisco street.[1] The taxi was one of around 950 autonomous Cruise (a robotaxi service owned by General Motors) vehicles operating across the United States by October of that year.[2]

Ahead, a driver-operated car struck a pedestrian, throwing her into the Cruise’s path. The Cruise braked, unable to avoid hitting the pedestrian, still came to a complete stop. But the Cruise then suddenly pulled out of traffic, dragging the pedestrian twenty feet and eventually pinning her beneath its tire.[3]

Rhythms and Algorithms: How AI is Shaping the Music Industry

By JOLT

On November 22, 2023

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Rhythms and Algorithms: How AI is Shaping the Music Industry

By Savannah Throneberry

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has substantially impacted the music scene in the last few years. Individuals have used AI to impersonate popular artists, like Drake, both in sound and style, leaving listeners perplexed as to whether they are listening to a published piece or a well disguised dupe. As a result, artists in the music industry now face the tough task of embracing or rejecting artificial intelligence in music creation.

Hypersonic missiles present new challenges in nuclear deterrence, weapons regulation

By JOLT

On November 21, 2023

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Hypersonic missiles present new challenges in nuclear deterrence, weapons regulation

By Joe Noser

When President Joe Biden and his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, met last week in San Francisco, the two leaders had lots to discuss: restoration of military communications, fentanyl controls, and climate change, to name a few.[1]

One issue that likely will not be on the table, however, is coming to a mutual understanding about regulating both nations’ hypersonic weapons programs.

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Will Copyright Law Keep Up with the Evolution of Streaming Services?

Will Copyright Law Keep Up with the Evolution of Streaming Services?

Taking a deeper look into why the European Union made the USB-C charger the standard across the 27-nation bloc

Taking a deeper look into why the European Union made the USB-C charger the standard across the 27-nation bloc

Use of § 112(a) rejections on antibody patents

Use of § 112(a) rejections on antibody patents

HAIR: The Use of AI in HR

HAIR: The Use of AI in HR

Can the Government Restrict Incitement Content on Social Media?

Can the Government Restrict Incitement Content on Social Media?

Patents over Patients: How Pharmaceutical Companies use the Patent System to Keep Drug Costs High

Patents over Patients: How Pharmaceutical Companies use the Patent System to Keep Drug Costs High

Cruiseing for Waymo Lawsuits: Liability in Autonomous Vehicle Crashes

“Cruise”ing for “Waymo” Lawsuits: Liability in Autonomous Vehicle Crashes

Rhythms and Algorithms: How AI is Shaping the Music Industry

Rhythms and Algorithms: How AI is Shaping the Music Industry

Hypersonic missiles present new challenges in nuclear deterrence, weapons regulation

Hypersonic missiles present new challenges in nuclear deterrence, weapons regulation