Sony Music Entertainment has filed a lawsuit against OFRA Cosmetics for alleged copyright infringement across multiple social media platforms. The lawsuit centers on over 329 social media videos that allegedly used Sony Music's protected recordings without proper authorization.

Key Details of the Lawsuit:

• Videos were posted across Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, and TikTok
• Content included unauthorized use of songs from artists like Doja Cat, Harry Styles, and Usher
• Both OFRA-created videos and influencer content reposted by OFRA are involved
• The alleged infringement continued despite a cease-and-desist letter sent in September 2022

Legal Implications:

• Social platforms' blanket licenses cover individual use but not commercial brand usage
• Sony claims the infringement has impacted their artists' ability to secure other cosmetics sponsorship deals
• The lawsuit seeks statutory damages and profits from unauthorized usage

Background Context: This case follows similar actions against brands like Bang Energy, which faced lawsuits from major labels for social media content infringement. Bang Energy's parent company subsequently declared bankruptcy, leading to its acquisition by Monster Beverage for $362 million.

The case (0:23-cv-62073) represents ongoing efforts by major music labels to protect their intellectual property rights in the social media age, particularly regarding commercial usage of their content.

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