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Redevelopment Of Malta Film Studios: €744 Million Concession Launched
The concession, issued under reference MFC/1/2026, will be awarded on a build, finance, operate and transfer (“BFOT”) basis. The successful tenderer will be responsible for financing and developing new film-production facilities on a site measuring approximately 92,400 square metres, operating the studios throughout the concession period and transferring the facilities back to the contracting authority upon its expiry.
Malta Government
WP
WH Partners
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Dutch Court Rejects Parody Defense For ABBA-Inspired Carnival Song
A Dutch court ruled that a carnival band's parody song using ABBA's melody doesn't qualify for copyright protection under the parody exception. The decision centered on whether commercial streaming exploitation of "Dikke Pens" - which replaces the lyrics of "Take a Chance on Me" with content about obesity - strikes the proper balance between copyright holder rights and freedom of expression.
Netherlands IP
WT
Winston Taylor
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Raising the bar: The European Broadcasting Union’s guidelines to prevent the sexualization of female athletes
The European Broadcasting Union has published detailed camera and editing standards designed to eliminate sexualizing portrayals of female athletes in live sports broadcasts. Developed in collaboration with European Athletics and Olympic athletes, these guidelines address long-standing concerns about inappropriate camera angles, slow-motion replays, and filming practices that distract from athletic performance. While currently voluntary recommendations, the framework could establish a precedent for binding
Belgium Media & IT
GW
Gowling WLG
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Germany Updates Federal Film Funding With Draft Guidelines
Germany's federal film production funding has doubled to €250 million annually, with draft guidelines published for three restructured funding pillars that would replace current theatrical and TV/VoD regimes. The new framework introduces distinct funding streams for theatrical films, TV/VoD productions, and production service providers, with increased funding intensity and expanded eligibility criteria set to take effect in 2027.
Germany Media & IT
GT
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
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You're Invited (In Cannes): "Supercharging Creativity Through Compliance"
The Global Advertising Lawyers Alliance is hosting an exclusive program aboard the iconic Stad Amsterdam in Cannes, bringing together industry leaders to explore how responsible advertising, smart self-regulation, and bold creativity can work together to build stronger global brands. The event features fireside chats with Heineken's Global Digital Director and the Dutch Advertising Self-Regulatory Authority, examining the intersection of compliance and creative excellence.
Netherlands Media & IT
FK
Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz
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