How might statutory licensing benefit the new licensing scheme emerging in the spoken word space?

New generative AI Photoshop tools have already made waves in creative circles for their impressive abilities, and Adobe is adding to the tool’s appeal by announcing it will protect business users against potential lawsuits that come from content made by its AI software. So what do these promises mean for Adobe users and creators?

In July 2022, comedian Lewis Black filed a lawsuit against the internet radio streaming giant, Pandora. Black is a stand-up comedian who earned his place in history through his signature rant-style comedy, which often highlights the absurdity in current events. Black has now channeled another gripe into a legal battle that could create big waves for stand-up comedians and other owners of spoken word content.