Digital Media & Technology Law

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The ‘Taylor Swift Effect’ – How Celebrity Brand Protection Has Changed

May 1, 2026 • By Jack Gilbert

The “Taylor Swift Effect” is the shift toward celebrities using trademarks and tighter contracts to control ownership, licensing, and enforcement of their brands. After Swift’s masters dispute, more public figures have prioritized proactive filings and rights management to avoid losing control. This article explains the legal tools and strategies behind modern celebrity brand protection. What […]