South Korean Court Dismisses 'Baby Shark' Copyright Lawsuit
TL;DR
South Korea's Supreme Court dismissed a copyright claim by US composer Jonathan Wright against Pinkfong's 'Baby Shark,' ruling that the song is based on a traditional melody and not sufficiently original to warrant protection, reaffirming earlier decisions and emphasizing its public domain status.
- South Korea's top court rejects 'Baby Shark' copyright claim dw.com
- ‘Baby Shark’ copyright battle ends with victory for Pinkfong in South Korea’s top court CNN
- Baby Shark: South Korean court rejects US composer’s claim song was plagiarised The Guardian
- Baby Shark: South Korean denies plagiarism claim by US composer BBC
- ‘Baby Shark’ copyright suit against Pinkfong rejected in South Korea The Washington Post
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