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The Growing Need for Transparency in Music Royalties
This article explores the critical role of transparency in music royalties, especially in light of Limp Bizkit's recent legal challenges with the Universal Music Group (UMG).
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Solo Leveling Live-Action Series: Netflix Confirms Byeon Woo-seok as Lead
Netflix confirms live-action Solo Leveling starring Byeon Woo-seok. The project signals new developments in Korean content and multi-format IP.
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Sci-Fi as Strategy: What The Running Man (starring Glen Powell) and Project Hail Mary (starring Ryan Gosling) Reveal About IP, Profit Models, and Creative Ownership
Explore how sci-fi films like The Running Man and Project Hail Mary shape the future of creative ownership, licensing models, and profit distribution.
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We Were Liars Explained: What YA Adaptations Reveal About Creative Payments and Ownership
We Were Liars goes from bestseller to Prime Video hit. Here’s what it reveals about adaptation rights, creative splits, and story ownership.
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From TikTok Videos to World Tour: Addison Rae’s Pop Star Pivot and the Creative Machine Behind Her Reinvention
From TikTok star to full-fledged pop act, Addison Rae’s 2025 world tour and debut album cement her rebrand with style, strategy, and cultural impact.
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Tony Awards 2025 and the Business of Musicals: Creative Ownership and the Changing Value of Work
Musicals dominated the Tony Awards 2025, but fair pay for creative contributors remains behind the curtain. Here’s why it must change now.
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Australia’s Minimum Wage Update and What It Signals for Fair Payouts in the Creator Economy
Fair Work’s wage decision sets a new tone. Creator platforms must adapt payout systems to reflect modern expectations of equity and clarity.
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The Creator Payout Landscape of Award Shows: How AMAs 2025 Reflect the Future of Shared Earnings
AMAs 2025 reveal payout gaps and monetisation complexity behind award show content. This guide breaks down what creators and teams need to track.
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Hollywood’s Franchise Comeback: Why ‘Mission: Impossible: The Final Reckoning’ and ‘Final Destination: Bloodlines’ Are Dominating the Box Office Records
Legacy franchises like Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning and Final Destination: Bloodlines dominate 2025, outpacing new releases in box office revenue.
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Met Gala 2025 and the Rise of Fashion’s Creator Economy
From the red carpet to resale, the Met Gala 2025 showcased a new creator economy where attribution, automation, and AI shape every dollar earned.
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Credit, Collaboration, and Creative Rights: Lessons from Top Gun Maverick and the Miami Vice Reboot
The Top Gun Maverick screenplay lawsuit reveals why clear agreements and contribution tracking matter in film and creative industries.
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Past Due: Why Traditional Payments Are Falling Behind and What’s Replacing Them
Traditional payments no longer meet the speed and complexity of modern business. Discover what’s replacing them and how to modernise with confidence.
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The Creator Economy Middle Class: Why Sustainable Payment Models Matter More Than Virality
A new era of creators is scaling with ownership, systems, and payment clarity. Here’s how the creator middle class is changing the game.
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The Future of Subscription-Based Payouts: Trends and Technologies
Explore emerging technologies reshaping subscription payout systems—AI, smart logic, real-time data, and embedded finance.
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YouTube and AI: What It Means for Creators, Brands, and the Business of Monetisation in 2025
YouTube’s AI, brand integrations, and new monetisation tools are redefining what it means to be a creator in today’s economy.
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White Lotus, Equal Pay, and the Future of Creator Compensation
The White Lotus pay model is shaking up Hollywood. Discover how it’s influencing fair pay, creator contracts, and digital production norms.
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Kim Soo-hyun and Kim Sae-ron: A Reminder of the High Stakes in Entertainment Careers
The entertainment industry’s unpredictability has exposed Kim Soo-hyun to significant professional challenges. How can artists learn from his experience to safeguard their future?
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The Impact of Digital Payments on Emerging Markets: Opportunities and Challenges
Explore how digital payments transform businesses in emerging markets, improving cash flow, reducing costs, and expanding global reach.
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The Financial Ripples of the Upcoming Game of Thrones Movie: Royalties, Franchise Expansion, and a New Era for HBO’s Fantasy Universe
Discover how the upcoming Game of Thrones movie impacts royalties and franchise rights, redefining revenue in TV to movie adaptations.
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From Cash to Crypto: How Payment Systems Are Evolving in 2025
Digital payments, crypto, and embedded finance are redefining transactions in 2025. Explore key trends and how businesses can adapt to the cashless future.
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Inside Marvel’s Obsession: The Unfolding Story of X-Men, Gambit, and the MCU’s Future
Channing Tatum's Gambit makes his MCU debut in Deadpool & Wolverine, marking a turning point in Marvel's franchise expansion and the future of the X-Men series.
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AI and Copyright in 2025: Who Owns Creativity in the Age of Generative AI?
AI is transforming music, publishing, and business content. Discover how copyright laws are evolving to protect human creativity in 2025.
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Navigating Awards Season: Royalty Management From Golden Globes, Oscars, and Beyond
Explore how Creative Splits supports royalty management across global markets during awards season, covering events like the Oscars, BAFTAs, and Golden Globes.
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Behind the Screams: The Business, Design, and Magic of Halloween Haunted Attractions
Dive into the billion-dollar Halloween haunted attraction industry, exploring haunted house design, licensing, and how Creative Splits supports production royalties.
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How Costume Designers and Artists Navigate the Royalties in the Entertainment Industry
Uncover how iconic costumes worn by celebrities bring ongoing royalties to designers. Explore the journey of costume design, from creation to earning income through licensing, royalties, and equal pay advocacy.
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Monsters, Music, and Money: How Iconic Horror Movie Soundtracks Generate Long-Lasting Royalties
Discover how iconic horror movie soundtracks featured in Halloween playlists generate long-lasting royalties, from sync licensing to streaming earnings.
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Beyond the Budget: Why Horror Films Like The Blair Witch Project and Smile 2 Dominate Halloween Profits
Discover the profitability of horror films like The Blair Witch Project and Smile, and how these movies impact the horror genre.
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Royalties, Real Stories, and the Rise of True Crime Biopics
Explore the world of true crime biopics like Woman of the Hour, diving into royalties, life story rights, and ethical storytelling in film.
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The Global Impact of Squid Game Season 2: Exploring Royalties in International Streaming
Explore the global impact of Squid Game Season 2 and the critical role of cross-border royalty management in international streaming success.
Technology and Creativity
The Future of Creator Payouts: AI, Smart Contracts, and Automation
The creator economy is evolving. See how automation, AI and new fintech tools are revolutionising payments behind the scenes.
Technology and Creativity
Advocating for Fair Use: The "Make It Fair" Campaign and Its Implications
The Make It Fair campaign urges ethical AI use, protecting creators through consent, credit, and fair compensation.
Technology and Creativity
The Future of Collaboration: How AI is Shaping Human Creativity in the Art World
Explore how AI is revolutionising the art world, enhancing creativity, and redefining artistic expression through collaboration with human creators.
Technology and Creativity
How AI is Reshaping the Music Industry: Creativity, Production, and Royalties
Explore how AI is transforming the music industry by reshaping production, creativity, and the landscape of royalties and stakeholders.
Technology and Creativity
How Machine Learning Supports Film and TV Writers: A Partner, Not a Threat
Discover how Machine Learning (ML) is reshaping film and TV writing by analysing audience trends while keeping creative control in human hands.
Technology and Creativity
How AI is Transforming the Writing Profession: Enhance Creativity Without Losing Control
Explore how AI author tools and artificial intelligence software are transforming the writing profession by boosting creativity, while the emotional depth and cultural nuances remain distinctly human.
Tools and Resources
Centrelink Payment Errors: What You Need to Know and How to Protect Yourself
Centrelink’s payment challenges reveal important insights into financial security, accuracy, and automation. Discover key takeaways for better payment management.
Tools and Resources
Navigating the New Wave: Music Trends in the Age of Social Media
Explore the evolving music industry, where social media and data analytics reshape how artists promote their work and manage royalties. Discover how these trends drive innovation and transparency in music publishing.