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PPL files appeal but Supreme Court grants relief to Azure in copyright case over playing songs in restaurants
Update / Judgement Date
24 Apr 2025
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Team — WCP Legal Desk
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In a copyright case between PPL and Azure over playing songs in restaurants, the Supreme Court granted relief to Azure despite PPL filing an appeal. The specifics of the relief are not detailed, but it suggests that the Supreme Court either upheld a lower court's decision in favor of Azure or issued an interim order providing respite to the restaurant chain. This case revolves around the licensing requirements for playing copyrighted music in commercial establishments and the extent of rights held by entities like PPL (Phonographic Performance Ltd).