237: Are You Protecting Your Ideas? Insider Tips from IP Attorney Kevin Thompson

Intellectual Property in the Age of AI

In Episode 237 of Gratitude Geek Podcast, I sit down with Kevin Thompson, an experienced intellectual property attorney, to discuss the evolving challenges and opportunities that AI presents to creators, entrepreneurs, and businesses. As artificial intelligence reshapes industries, understanding how to protect intellectual property is more critical than ever. Kevin shares valuable insights on navigating copyrights, trademarks, and patents in a rapidly changing digital landscape. Whether you’re a content creator or a business owner, this episode offers actionable strategies to safeguard your creative assets.

Meet Kevin Thompson

Kevin Thompson leads the Intellectual Property Practice Group at Levin Ginsburg, bringing over 20 years of expertise in trademark selection, clearance, maintenance, and protection worldwide. He also advises clients on copyright law, website policies, terms of service, privacy, internet law, social media, and domain name management. Before pursuing a career in law, Kevin honed his technical skills while working for the Division of Information Technology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. When he’s not helping clients safeguard their intellectual property, Kevin enjoys camping, cheering on his favorite football teams, listening to music, and diving into science fiction and fantasy books.

What You’ll Learn

• Copyrights and AI: Understanding the legal implications of AI-generated content.
• Protecting Creative Assets: Tips for safeguarding intellectual property in a digital world.
• Navigating Patents and Trademarks: Key considerations for securing your innovations.
• Challenges with Enforcement: Exploring the complexities of protecting IP rights in an AI-driven landscape.
• Future of IP Law: Insights into how legislation is adapting to technological advances..

Episode Breakdown (Optional)

00:00 Introduction
05:00 Derivative Works and Licensing
10:00 Michael Jackson Music Rights
15:00 Taylor Swift Copyright Control
20:00 Copyright Basics and Registration
25:00 Copyright Enforcement Challenges
30:00 Trademark and Trade Secret Overview
35:00 Patents and Inventions
40:00 Challenges in IP Law and Global Markets
45:00 Moment of Gratitude

Mentioned

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• Kristin Zhivago Interview: https://sites.libsyn.com/50150/gratitudegeek/kristin-zhivago-talks-mindset-driven-marketing
• Clarkston’s Farm on BBC: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10541088/
• The Story Behind Michael Jackson Buying The Beatles’ Catalog and Angering Friend Paul McCartney: https://americansongwriter.com/the-story-behind-michael-jackson-buying-the-beatles-catalog-and-angering-friend-paul-mccartney/
• Apple goes to war with The Beatles again: https://www.cultofmac.com/news/today-apple-history-apple-goes-war-beatles

Connect with Kevin Thompson

• Website: https://www.levinginsburg.com
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cyberlawcentral/ 
• Virtual Business Card: https://ovou.me/kthompson

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