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Join Gordon Firemark and Tamara Bennett in episode 166 of the Entertainment Law Update podcast as they provide detailed analysis and commentary on various legal and business news stories. Paramount's triumph in the Top Gun copyright case and Tennessee's enactment of the Elvis Act to combat AI deepfakes are highlighted, alongside new legislation aiming to restrict the use of copyrighted music for AI training. Additionally, agreements between Sag-AFTRA and record companies on AI use in recordings and the Czech court's stance on human authorship in AI-generated content are discussed and other legal cases are also covered. Dive deeper into these stories and more in Episode 167, available for streaming and viewing, or subscribe and download on your favorite podcast platform. Listen and view the show notes here, or subscribe and download in your favorite podcast listening app.
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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently banned most non-compete agreements, impacting how businesses operate across the board. This is particularly interesting for media, entertainment, and online industries known for their talent mobility and creative collaborations.
What's Changing?
Previously, non-compete agreements restricted employees from working for competitors for a certain period after leaving. The FTC's rule prohibits employers from enforcing these agreements for almost all workers, with a narrow exception for senior executives. This means employees can more freely switch jobs or even launch their own ventures without legal repercussions.
Potential Impacts
Uncertainties Remain
While the ban is a significant change, some uncertainties linger. How will companies protect trade secrets and confidential information? What will the impact be on long-term training programs offered by employers? These questions might lead to further legal clarifications and adjustments in the coming months.
Overall, the FTC's ban on non-compete agreements is likely to reshape the talent landscape in media, entertainment, and online businesses. Increased talent mobility, evolving employer-employee dynamics, and a potential boost for innovation are some of the anticipated outcomes. As the dust settles, we'll see how these industries adapt and thrive in this new environment.
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