Can existing IP rights provide protection in relation to deepfake imitations of celebrity voices, catchphrases and appearance? Here we consider the law from a UK perspective.
AI, deepfakes and IP rights
Sharing isn’t always caring: The High Court clarifies honest concurrent use defence
This article was co-authored with Samantha Stone.
On 13 May 2026, the High Court of Australia handed down its unanimous decision in Zip Co Limited & Anor v Firstmac Limited [2026] HCA 16, settling the law on the defence