DC | Meetings

It was a great two days back in DC, connecting with friends. Gene Quinn Renee C Quinn Morgan Connell David Korn Adam Mossoff Daniel Lee Joseph Whitlock Jing He Vu Nguyen Brad Watts Michael Palmedo Kevin Madigan Jenny Simmons Justin Hughes Mike Palmedo gave me a tour of the Library of Congress. I chanced upon the first map of the United States, published in 1784. Despite the enormous size of the state of Pennsylvania, the map marks the town of Carlisle, home to Penn State Dickinson Law.

Why “We Are” | Renee C. Compasso-Quinn & Morgan Connell

Renee C. Compasso-Quinn and Morgan Connell are proud Penn State University alumnae who helped make IPWatchdog, Inc recent conference and 25th anniversary celebration a resounding success. Renee shared the deeply meaningful origin behind the phrase "We Are." It dates back to 1946, when "when the Nittany Lion football team made history for refusing to play in a game against then-segregated University of Miami. When told they must leave its Black players at home, the Penn State team instead voted to cancel the game. The following season, Penn State was invited to the Cotton Bowl but was again asked to leave the team's two Black athletes — Wally Triplett and Dennie Hoggard — at home. The Nittany Lions refused that request, with captain Steve Suhey reportedly saying, “We're Penn State,” indicating that they were a unified team. The full team ended up going to the Cotton Bowl on Jan. 1, 1948, in a matchup against Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas. With Dallas still operating under Jim Crow laws at the time, it was a game that would become symbolic of desegregation in athletics. Triplett and Hoggard became the first African Americans ever to play in the Cotton Bowl." - Why we say 'We Are': https://www.psu.edu/news/campus-life/story/why-we-say-we-are IPWatchdog Conference website: https://ipwatchdog.com/4th-annual-ipw-live-2024/ Penn State Dickinson Law Antiracist Development Institute at Penn State Dickinson Law

University of North Carolina School of Law | The Antitrust–Copyright Interface in the Age of Generative Artificial Intelligence

I am grateful to Professor Andrew Chin for inviting me to speak to his students this morning via videoconference at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Law on "The Antitrust–Copyright Interface in the Age of Generative Artificial Intelligence." Their insightful questions and fresh perspectives were as impressive as they were engaging. My manuscript, co-authored with Professor Peter Yu, is available here: https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4746385 Emory Law Journal Penn State Dickinson Law Photo credit: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Capitol Forum | AI, Journalism, & Antitrust

Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are raising alarms about Big Tech's use of generative AI tools that summarize or repurpose creators' work, potentially infringing on antitrust laws. Led by Senator Amy Klobuchar, eight Democratic senators have called on the FTC and DOJ to investigate whether AI features on platforms like Google unfairly exploit content from publishers without proper compensation. The senators argue that these practices could harm the digital marketplace by reducing competition, stifling innovation, and undermining the business model of content creators, particularly in journalism. Sara Morrison featured my thoughts in her excellent article in The Capitol Forum. https://dickinsonlaw.psu.edu/associate-dean-daryl-lim-quoted-capitol-forum

Profiles in Leadership | GEN Law Founder He Jing

I had the pleasure of interviewing Jing He, founder of GEN Law Firm and a seasoned expert in IP litigation, antitrust, and policy advocacy in China. We explored his journey, from early Western influences and his role in shaping China’s legal landscape to his insights on navigating U.S.-China relations and founding GEN Law. He shared thoughtful reflections on balancing global partnerships, work-life balance, and his passion for shaping future policy. His advice for the next generation of legal professionals was particularly inspiring. Penn State Dickinson Law hashtag#profilesinleadership hashtag#IPLaw hashtag#Antitrust hashtag#Leadership hashtag#USChinaRelations hashtag#LegalProfession hashtag#GENLaw

Profiles in Leadership | Dickinson College President John Jones

I had the privilege of interviewing Judge John E. Jones III, President of Dickinson College and former U.S. District Judge for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. We covered many topics, from his Pennsylvanian roots and his journey to making partner, to his experiences on the federal bench and as Chief Judge. Judge Jones also shared insights on the landmark Kitzmiller v. Dover case, his leadership at Dickinson, and the importance of legacy. It was an inspiring conversation about life, leadership, and the "Dickinson Advantage." #leadership #lawyer #JudicialIndependence #highereducation #dickinsoncollege https://youtu.be/AWmuYelMQPo

Interview by AsiaIP

Interview by AsiaIP

Singapore, including IP Week @ SG

Singapore, including IP Week @ SG

Profiles in Leadership | Matt Sag & Tonja Jacobi

I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Professors Matthew Sag and Tonja Jacobi, both distinguished faculty members at Emory University School of Law. Professor Sag, an expert in copyright law, AI, and machine learning, shared his insights on the intersection of these fields. Professor Jacobi, a specialist in Supreme Court judicial behavior and public law, discussed her empirical studies on judicial and advocate behavior. We began by discussing legal education in Australia and the US, international perspectives on law and legal practice, and career choices. Our conversation then shifted to the challenges and rewards of navigating collaborations in academia and beyond. We discussed their recent article, "We are the AI Problem," thought leadership and the role of academics in shaping the law. #EmoryLaw #LegalEducation #AIandLaw #copyright #judicialbehavior #publiclaw #judicialpolitics https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GlklLhfJ_ak For more insights from leaders in our series, check out our complete podcast collection here: https://dickinsonlaw.psu.edu/profiles-leadership

Profiles in Leadership | Jennifer Wu

In this episode of Penn State Dickinson Law's "Profiles in Leadership" series, I sat down with  Jennifer Wu, a founding partner at Groombridge, Wu, Baughman & Stone LLP, and a renowned patent trial and appellate lawyer known for her exceptional advocacy skills and groundbreaking work in biologics cases. We began our discussion focusing on JP Morgan’s “Community Leaders: Stories of Hope and Resilience,” lessons that she learned from Helen Zia, a well-known activist and author. We then delved into the topic of institutionalizing community leadership. A lighter moment in our conversation was when Jennifer shared her habit of always choosing the same lunch option. It was a fun insight into her daily routine. Towards the end of our discussion, Jennifer shared her perspective on not passing on uncomfortable experiences, a piece of advice that resonates with many. Stay tuned for more insights from leaders like Jennifer, who are shaping the future of community leadership! Tags: #Leadership, #JenniferWu