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Franklin Graves 🚀

@franklingraves.bsky.social
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tech lawyer 👨🏻‍💻 creator • learning everyday • writing Passnfrt + Tubefilter + IPWatchdog • Tweets = my own, ≠ #legal advice | I ♥️ #CreatorEconomy

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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
Creators are more than entertainers—they're entrepreneurs. A recent House hearing focused on the challenges creators face, from the uncertainty of a TikTok ban and trade tariffs to the need for federal support from the Small Business Administration (SBA). Read my full breakdown.
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Congressional Hearing Puts Creator Economy Small Businesses at the Forefront
The recent House Committee on Small Business hearing addressed the challenges facing content creators, emphasizing their role as small business owners. Key issues included economic volatility from potential TikTok bans and trade tariffs, the need for better payment terms, and protections against exploitation and intellectual property theft. Witnesses urged lawmakers to expand the SBA's mission to support digital entrepreneurs.
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 22/09/2025
Upload Complete: Laying the Foundation for Creator Economy Law Franklin Graves announces his law journal article, "Upload Complete: An Introduction to Creator Economy Law," published in the Belmont College of Law Journal. The article aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the complex…
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Upload Complete: Laying the Foundation for Creator Economy Law
Franklin Graves announces his law journal article, "Upload Complete: An Introduction to Creator Economy Law," published in the Belmont College of Law Journal. The article aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the complex creator economy, addressing issues like platform dependency, copyright challenges, and the impact of generative AI on creators, urging regulatory attention.
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
Disney’s $10M YouTube Fine is a Massive Warning for Brands and Creators The FTC's settlement with Disney, which involves a $10 million penalty for violating children’s privacy laws, signifies a shift in accountability for content providers. Disney's mislabeling of child-directed videos on YouTube…
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Disney’s $10M YouTube Fine is a Massive Warning for Brands and Creators
The FTC's settlement with Disney, which involves a $10 million penalty for violating children’s privacy laws, signifies a shift in accountability for content providers. Disney's mislabeling of child-directed videos on YouTube led to unauthorized data collection. The settlement mandates stricter compliance measures and emphasizes the creator's role in protecting minors online.
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Amy Landers @amylanders.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
Helpful foundational overview from @franklingraves.bsky.social Thanks to @lizhagelthorn for the pointer. papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers....
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Upload Complete: An Introduction to Creator Economy Law
<div> Individuals have been creating and sharing creative works online since the dawn of the World Wide Web. However, only in the last decade and a half have t
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Brian L. Frye @brianlfrye.bsky.social · 27/05/2025
I just posted episode Ipse Dixit #820, featuring @franklingraves.bsky.social of @linkedin.com discussing his article "Upload Complete: An Introduction to Creator Economy Law." This is the first "monetized" episode, go creator economy! shows.acast.com/ipse-dixit/e...
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Franklin Graves on the New Creator Economy | Ipse Dixit
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 27/05/2025
Publication announcement... My paper "Upload Complete: An Introduction to Creator Economy Law" is available to download and coming this summer in the Belmont Law Journal! papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers....
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Upload Complete: An Introduction to Creator Economy Law
<div> Individuals have been creating and sharing creative works online since the dawn of the World Wide Web. However, only in the last decade and a half have t
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 06/05/2025
Here we go!! Day 1 of the @linkedin.com Legal & Public Policy (L&PP) retreat is happening! I’m thrilled to be visiting LinkedIn HQ, meeting and connecting with the most amazing team, and learning from some brilliant minds. #LinkedInLife #LinkedIn #InHouseLegal #LegalTech
Photograph of Franklin looking into a mirror that is in the shape of the LinkedIn “in” design logo.
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
I first joined LinkedIn in April 2009 as a member. Today, I am going all [in] and joining in an entirely different way… I’ve landed my DREAM job on the #LinkedIn legal team! I’m joining the Product, Platform, and Partnerships team as Sr Counsel focused on AI and Data. #LinkedInLife #OfficiallyIn 🚀
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 22/02/2025
Apple’s gen AI-powered email summary had me all excited for another season of Ted Lasso 😑
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 29/01/2025
🚨 Part 2 of the Copyright Office report on AI is out!! 🚨 Spoiler alert: Prompting alone ≠ copyrightable #copyright #AI #genAI #generativeAI #copyrightlaw
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 21/01/2025
Join us at 4 pm E.T. / 1 pm P.T. TODAY for a live conversation about the TikTok ban and what happens next! We'll discuss with @theinformation.bsky.social’s @kyurieff.bsky.social, TikTok creator Dulma Altan, & Snap's Jim Shepherd (Director of Content and Global Creator Partnerships).
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TikTok in Turmoil: The Fallout and What Comes Next
Join The Information’s Creator Economy team leader, Kaya Yurieff, and a panel of experts as we explore the aftermath of TikTok’s ban deadline. We’ll dive into the implications for creators, advertiser...
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 11/01/2025
🚨 How did it go for TikTok and creators at the Supreme Court today?? 😬 Not great. Here's what happened... creatoreconomylaw.com/supreme-cour...
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Supreme Court Unlikely to Stop TikTok Ban - Oral Arguments Recap
Following Supreme Court oral arguments in the "TikTok ban" case, it seems likely that the Justices will not block the law from taking effect on January 19th.
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 21/12/2024
What do #TaylorSwift, open source #AI, #Section230, and 79 students all have in common? 🤭 My final exam essay! Check it out! www.linkedin.com/posts/frankl... #opensource #opensourceAI #internetlaw #lawprofs #lawschool #OSS #artificialintelligence #machinelearning #creativecommons
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Franklin Graves on LinkedIn: Cyber Law - Final Exam - Fall 2024 | 18 comments
What do Taylor Swift, open source AI, Section 230, and 79 students all have in common? 🤭 My final exam essay! I can&#39;t believe I&#39;m typing this, but that&#39;s a… | 18 comments on LinkedIn
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 19/12/2024
A little resume humor… #AI #Copilot #jobs
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 14/12/2024
It's (more) officially over for TikTok at the Appeals Court level 💀 On Friday, the court put a final nail in the coffin and the platform's last hope for emergency relief now rests the U.S. Supreme Court. The Appeals Court gave reasons it isn't granting a temporary pause on the ban or forced sale.
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 09/12/2024
TikTok filed an emergency motion with the U.S. Appeals Court to temporarily pause a law that forces the sale or ban of TikTok. The platform argues the incoming Trump admin might intervene, although many of Trump's nominees support the ban. Read more 👉 creatoreconomylaw.com/tiktok-to-se...
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Mitch Jackson ⚖️ @mitch.social · 06/12/2024
TikTok "ban" upheld by appeals court. My friend @franklingraves.bsky.social shares the details here. creatoreconomylaw.com/tiktok-ban-u...
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TikTok 'Ban' Upheld by Appeals Court
TikTok faces an uncertain future in the US. A recent court ruling upheld a law mandating ByteDance to divest its ownership or face a ban. With Trump potentially returning to the White House, the compa...
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
🚨 BREAKING: TikTok 'ban' held to be constitutional by appeals court 🚨 App’s future in the U.S. hangs in the balance now that the constitutionality of the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, was upheld! creatoreconomylaw.com/tiktok-ban-u...
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TikTok 'Ban' Upheld by Appeals Court
TikTok faces an uncertain future in the US. A recent court ruling upheld a law mandating ByteDance to divest its ownership or face a ban. With Trump potentially returning to the White House, the compa...
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 29/11/2024
Happy #TTPDTA day! Finally on vinyl and added to my collection 🤍 #TaylorSwift #TTPD
Picture of the vinyl edition of Taylor Swift’s The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology in a Target shopping cart.
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
My Apple Pie Crumble mixed drink is delicious! I also used the Califia Farms Apple Pie Crumble coffee creamer and apple cider.
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
Kylie Minogue singing Slow” was not on Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade bingo card. But then again, neither was Padam Padam.
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
Final exam is complete and ready for my Cyber Law students to take next week 😂 This is the GIF I included on this year’s instructions page…
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Mitch Jackson ⚖️ @mitch.social · 15/11/2024
Today X rolls out its new TOS. It exposes users to unnecessary liability. @franklingraves.bsky.social shares important related thoughts. www.youtube.com/live/ZbmyFTh... I highlight the main jurisdiction/privacy issues EVERY X user must know. www.perplexity.ai/page/beware-... #ailaw #legaltech
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Mitch Jackson ⚖️ @mitch.social · 13/11/2024
Franklin Graves is all about the future of law, particularly where it meets the creator economy, emerging tech, and high-stakes worlds of IP, data, and privacy. Join @franklingraves.bsky.social and yours truly Thursday morning. www.linkedin.com/posts/mitchj... Past shows mitch-jackson.com/show
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 18/10/2024
Recent legal battles in the #CreatorEconomy are rethinking #IntellectualProperty laws, significantly impacting influencers and content creators. From style ownership disputes to trademark risks, creators need to rethink how they protect their content. .a quick 🧵
Split image with a “clean girl” style on the left and a hip-hop pop star on the right, both looking directly into the camera. Text that says “Who owns a vibe?”
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 28/09/2024
MrBeast’s #BeastGames production has been a masterclass of lessons learned over the last few months. Thanks for the chance to contribute my thoughts on this lawsuit, Steven Asarch! www.complex.com/pop-culture/... #MrBeast #CreatorEconomy #lawsuit #Amazon #Creators
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MrBeast's 'Beast Games' Lawsuit Was 'Hasty,' Says Contestant
With reports outlining how much of a disaster Jimmy Donaldson’s reality-competition show has been, two contestants and a lawyer Complex spoke to said that though the lawsuit is justified, it may have ...
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 21/09/2024
This is cool… I was one of the first 1% of users on Bluesky 🤗
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 17/09/2024
I listened in on today's oral arguments for TikTok's challenge to the #TikTok Ban... check out my in-depth recap. 😬 In short: it doesn't look good for TikTok. #TikTokBan #CreatorEconomy #SocialMedia #FirstAmendment creatoreconomylaw-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/creatore...
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TikTok Ban: Recap of Oral Arguments
On September 16, oral arguments were heard in the United States Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit regarding the lawsuit brought by TikTok, Inc., against the U.S. Government challenging the "TikTok B...
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Eric Goldman @ericgoldman.bsky.social · 18/08/2024
Guest Blog Post: A Report from the White House’s Inaugural “Creator Economy Conference” blog.ericgoldman.org/archives/202... by @franklingraves.bsky.social
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A Report from the White House's Inaugural "Creator Economy Conference" (Guest Blog Post) - Technology & Marketing Law Blog
by guest blogger Franklin Graves This week, I joined 100 other creators and creator economy professionals in attending the first ever White House Creator Economy Conference. The event, which I recappe...
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 15/08/2024
Catch up on yesterday's White House Creator Economy Conference w my full write-up for @passionfruit4us.bsky.social I am so proud of this moment when creators & the #creatoreconomy receive much-deserved recognition + the opportunity to share our voices. #WHCEC passionfru.it/white-house-...
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My Experience Attending the White House Creator Economy Conference
On August 13, a diverse group of 100 creators and professionals were invited to attend the first-ever White House Creator Economy Conference.
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 14/08/2024
Glad to have shared some of my thoughts with @CNBC while attending the first-ever White House Creator Economy Conference… #WHCEC #WhiteHouseCEC www.cnbc.com/2024/08/14/b...
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Biden hosts first Creator Economy Conference for influencers to talk AI, privacy and more
President Joe Biden recently signed a law to potentially ban TikTok, the China-based social site that has dominated the content-creation industry.
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 14/08/2024
More to come as I attend the first-ever White House Creator Economy Conference! Last night, Tubefilter & SAG-AFTRA hosted a pre-event party which offered a chance to meet IRL some of the amazing people working in this industry. Can’t wait to see what’s ahead! #creatoreconomy #creators #WHCEC
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White House To Host Creator Economy Conference
The conference will gather 100 digital content creators
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 14/08/2024
On the outside today and inside tomorrow 😎
Me standing in front of the White House.
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 08/08/2024
Stoked to be attending my first #IPSC in Berkeley today and tomorrow! I’m presenting my paper on #CreatorEconomy Law tomorrow morning 🥳
Franklin standing in front of signage for the IPSC event.
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 11/07/2024
Check out my latest piece for @dailydot.bsky.social ! Creator DaShay “Shay” Hall Live Streams Himself Suing YouTube The lawsuit accuses YouTube of mishandling DMCA takedowns, channel suspensions, and harassment. There’s a lot more to this story that I dive into… passionfru.it/dashay-hall-...
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Creator DaShay Hall Live Streams Himself Suing YouTube
YouTuber DaShay Hall live-streamed himself suing YouTube, accusing it of mishandling DMCA takedowns, channel suspensions, and harassment.
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 10/07/2024
Grades submitted. Course is over 😴 Enjoyed the cohort and the discussions they brought each week. Looking forward to turning it into a 4 credit course next spring!
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 29/05/2024
Influencers like Alix Earle are taking on the role of investor through innovative brand partnerships, redefining the traditional influencer-brand relationship. Curious about how? I got you covered with my latest article for Passionfruit! passionfru.it/alix-earle-c...
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The Rise of the Creator-Investor: A New Kind of Brand Deal
Discover how creators like Alix Earle are taking on the role of investor through innovative creator-brand partnerships.
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 13/01/2024
🚨 BREAKING: Court rules in favor of Reddit and dismisses the WALLSTREETBETS lawsuit brought by Jaime Rogozinski 🚨 Here’s what’s happening in the decision, how it impacts the creator economy, and what creators need to know… creatoreconomylaw.com/reddit-wins-...
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Reddit Wins Lawsuit Over /r/WallStreetBets Subreddit
Court rules in favor of Reddit, Inc. and dismisses the /r/wallstreetbets lawsuit brought by Jaime Rogozinski in an attempt to retain ownership over a community name. Let’s explore this decision! Br�...
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 09/12/2023
It’s a brand new issue of the Creator Economy Law newsletter! This week, we explore: 🔥 The EU AI Act 🔥 Twitch's exit from South Korea 🔥 TikTok's survival of state bans and challenges … plus so much more! www.linkedin.com/pulse/say-he...
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Say 'Hello' to the EU AI Act, Twitch Exits Korea, TikTok survives state challenges, and much more! (...
This is Creator Economy Law, a newsletter dedicated to exploring and analyzing the legal issues surrounding the creator economy, creators, and internet platforms. If you enjoy what you’re reading, s...
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 24/11/2023
Working on finalizing my syllabus for the cyber law course I’m teaching in the spring, and my heart is heavy when designing the content for CFAA. I’m including as optional material a link to the Aaron Schwartz documentary. If this was a 4 credit course, it’d be required viewing.
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 11/11/2023
Charlie Puth asks: “How long has this been going on?” Many dance originators like Kyle Hanagami are asking the same of companies & other creators ripping off choreography & not giving credit or payment. A revived copyright lawsuit may change the game! passionfru.it/kyle-hanagam...
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Dance Moves: Creators’ Next Legal Risk or Revenue Stream?
A court revived a lawsuit by the internet’s favorite choreographer Kyle Hanagami against Epic Games, but what does that mean for creators?
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 11/11/2023
Good morning from Gatlinburg! Enjoying the Great Smoky Mountains with a family getaway 😊 Dollywood yesterday didn’t disappoint 😄
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 09/11/2023
I'm thrilled to be joining The Information for an exciting virtual panel discussing AI for the creator economy next week! 🤩 Hosted by @kyurieff.bsky.social 🤩 Practical insights & latest updates 🤩 Oh, it's free! 🤩 www.theinformation.com/events/how-t...
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How to Regulate AI for the Creator Economy
Creators are starting to embrace artificial intelligence tools to help make their jobs easier. At the same time, the rise of AI raises questions about whether creators will be credited for their work,...
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 02/11/2023
Andrew Hutchinson nailed it with this hot take in Social Media Today on generative AI tools from social media platforms: “[…] it feels like a step towards bots engaging with other bots, which could erode the concept of what ‘social’ media actually is.” www.socialmediatoday.com/news/faceboo...
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Facebook Experiments With Generative AI Profile Pictures and In-Stream Post Assistance
New AI features, coming to a Facebook feed near you.
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 01/11/2023
How does Biden’s new Executive Order on AI impact the #CreatorEconomy? I’m so glad you asked 🤗 I break down some of the key takeaways: 1. Transparency + Trust 2. Synthetic Content Regulation 3. Privacy Preservation Let’s dive in! passionfru.it/creators-bid...
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From Deepfakes to Data: How Biden’s New AI Regulation Impacts Creators
President Biden signed a groundbreaking executive order, reshaping the future of AI and its impact on creators.
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 31/10/2023
Trust me…. It’s delicious. One part Kahlúa Two parts Woodford Fill with nog 🔥 Happy fall, y’all. 🍂
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 11/10/2023
Fun brand experience with the Starbucks Odyssey web3 platform. I completed all the steps to get the PSL Stamp (an NFT) and I now have 4 stamps total. I also played around in the PSL virtual world… that I swear looks like the Gilmore Girls town square (the Warner Bros lot) 😂
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 05/10/2023
As an in-house attorney, it’s important to keep in mind our ethical obligation to ensure we are negotiating with non-lawyers appropriately. Let’s be real: it can be awkward at times. I’ve been on deal negotiations where I was completely owned by a non-lawyer. 🫣
Screenshot of a mock text string with a business person sending a text that says “Yo! Are you joining the negotiation? Their legal isn’t joining, so now’s our time to strike 🥊” and a response text from an attorney the saying “Excellent 😈 joining now!”
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 04/10/2023
That MrBeast Burger lawsuit isn’t done yet! 🍔 Some might say it’s still… rare 🤣 My fresh-off-the-press article for Passionfruit and The Daily Dot dives deep into the heart of the dispute and serves up some sizzling insights! Hungry for more? Feast on the full details in the link!
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MrBeast Burger Meltdown: Insights for Creator Deals from the Lawsuit
What we can learn from the contractual chaos and branding turmoil surrounding the unraveling of the MrBeast Burger deal.
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Franklin Graves 🚀 @franklingraves.bsky.social · 29/09/2023
My daughter’s a fan of the newest record added to our collection: The Little Mermaid (2023) soundtrack! Got it with my Disney Insiders points 🥳
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