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business16 hrs ago
BHP Workers Begin Eight-Hour Strike at Port Hedland Port
Unionised staff at BHP's Port Hedland operations walked off the job at 2pm for an eight-hour stoppage. The action is the first major industrial dispute at the site in 25 years and is expected to cost the company and state government millions in lost revenue and royalties.
usatoday.compolitics8 days ago
House Committee Launches Probe Into Teachers Union Spending on Book
The Republican-led House Committee on Education and Workforce opened an investigation into whether American Federation of Teachers dues financed a book by the union president. Lawmakers requested documents on expenditures, royalties, and related agreements by July 21.
variety.combusiness9 days ago
Jermaine Dupri and So So Def Recordings sue Sony for $18 million in royalties
The producer and his label filed a breach-of-contract suit in New York federal court on July 6, alleging Sony Music Entertainment underpaid royalties tied to multiple artists. The complaint seeks at least $18 million plus interest and fees.
news.sky.comworld10 days ago
Rwanda Lawmakers Urge Stronger Oversight of Royalties and Creative-Industry Rules
The Parliamentary Committee on Education, Technology, Culture, Sports and Youth presented its report on the 2015 National Cultural Heritage Policy on July 6, 2026. Lawmakers highlighted gaps in intellectual property management and urged faster implementation of recent reforms.
nbcnews.comfinance12 days ago
Financial disclosure shows book royalties increased earnings
A financial disclosure report details higher earnings tied to book royalties. The report covers income from published works and related payments.
themarketherald.com.aufinance14 days ago
WA judge orders Hancock Prospecting and two children to pay most royalties trial costs
A Western Australia judge ruled that Hancock Prospecting, Gina Rinehart, and two of her children must cover the majority of legal costs from a royalties dispute over iron ore mines. The ruling follows an earlier decision that Hancock Prospecting owes hundreds of millions of dolla…
abcnews.go.comfinance15 days ago
President Trump's Financial Disclosure Shows $1.4 Billion From Crypto Ventures
A 927-page report released Tuesday by the Office of Government Ethics details the president's business income, with roughly $1.4 billion attributed to cryptocurrency holdings. The disclosure covers stock trades, real estate, and branded-product royalties alongside the crypto earn…
abcnews.go.comfinance15 days ago
President Trump reported more than $1 billion in cryptocurrency income for 2025
A mandatory financial disclosure shows the president earned $635 million in royalties from a meme coin and over $500 million from a cryptocurrency firm. The report also lists earnings from real estate, branded merchandise, and legal settlements.
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Supreme Court Justices Report Millions in Book Royalties and Other Outside Income in 2025 Disclosures
Financial disclosures released Monday detail outside income for eight justices during 2025. Justice Sonia Sotomayor received $4,333 in concert tickets from a record label. Four justices earned more than $2 million combined from book payments.
theconversation.comtechnology17 days ago
Tidal to Stop Royalties and Add Labels on Fully AI-Generated Tracks Starting June 29
Tidal announced on June 29, 2026, that it will no longer pay royalties on tracks identified as 100 percent AI-generated. The platform will add labels to such tracks from July 15 and remove fraudulent AI content mid-July.
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theverge.comtechnology17 days ago
Tidal to Demonetize 100-Percent AI-Generated Music Starting July 15
Tidal will stop paying royalties on tracks identified as fully AI-generated and will attach a label to them. The policy takes effect July 15 and also bars exploitative or fraudulent AI content.
Semaforworld24 days ago
Zimbabwe Lithium Miners Request Extension on Concentrate Export Ban
Lithium miners in Zimbabwe asked the government for more time to build processing facilities before a January 2027 ban on concentrate exports. The request follows recent government measures including quotas and higher royalties on raw exports.
finance.yahoo.comscience37 days ago
Eli Lilly Acquires Global Rights to AlzeCure's Preclinical Alzheimer's Candidate for $10M Upfront Plus Potential $1B+ Milestones
Eli Lilly will pay $10 million upfront and up to $1 billion in milestones plus royalties for global rights to AlzeCure Pharma's early-stage Alzheimer's program.
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The Vergeai56 days agoUpdated
Spotify and Universal Music Group Announce AI Cover and Remix Tool
Spotify and Universal Music Group have agreed to let Premium subscribers generate AI covers and remixes of participating artists’ songs. The feature will generate new revenue streams for artists and songwriters while requiring their consent and providing royalties.
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Wiredtechnology70 days ago
Stick Figure’s 6-Year-Old Song Tops iTunes Charts in Six Countries Thanks to Viral AI Remixes
California reggae band Stick Figure saw “Angels Above Me” rocket to the top of iTunes sales charts this week, but the surge was driven by viral AI-generated versions. The band and its label, Ineffable Records, have issued takedown notices with mixed success as they receive no roy…
rte.ieworld73 days ago
Kenya's Finance Bill 2026 Ends Tax Exemption for Kenya Airways Services and Expands Royalty, VAT Definitions
Kenya's proposed Finance Bill 2026 deletes a withholding tax exemption for Kenya Airways on payments to non-resident providers. It broadens definitions of management fees and royalties to include digital payments and software. The bill also introduces a new VAT section requiring…
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Kazakhstan Updates Mining Taxes and Laws to Balance State Interests with Foreign Investment
Kazakhstan has introduced higher taxes, royalties, and increased state involvement in its mining sector, shifting from investor-friendly reforms enacted in 2018. Western companies continue to pursue deals despite concerns over regulatory changes and transparency. Officials descri…