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Legal Battle Highlights Copyright Protection of the "Success Kid" Meme
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Legal Battle Highlights Copyright Protection of the "Success Kid" Meme

The viral "Success Kid" image, taken by Laney Griner, became the subject of a copyright infringement dispute after unauthorized political use

The iconic "Success Kid" meme, featuring an 11-month-old boy clenching sand, has been widely shared since 2007. Photographer Laney Griner licensed the image for commercial use but challenged unauthorized use by a U.S. congressman's campaign. Courts upheld Griner's copyright, underscoring the complexities of meme use a…

Friday, July 11, 2025
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