Odin Law and Media is excited to welcome Ryan Fairchild back to the firm! Ryan Fairchild, Attorney Ryan’s practice focuses on video game developers and content creators. His passion for video games derives from being a lifelong gamer, and he understands the cultures and dynamics of the gaming and entertainment industries and communities. He also …
As 2025 closes, the games industry enters another year shaped by shifting economics, rapid advances in technology, and a volatile political climate. Last Year: We Got Some Stuff Wrong, Some Right Last year’s predictions focused on structural pressure points rather than specific outcomes. Many of those pressures materialized, though often faster and more unevenly than …
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The funding landscape for video games has shifted significantly in recent years. After a period of accelerated growth during the pandemic, the market moved toward more conservative investor behavior: tighter capital, deeper diligence. Studios now face a funding environment where legal readiness and clear organizational structure matter more than ever. To support teams approaching these …
From tools and engines to libraries and assets, open source software plays a powerful role in game development. But not all open source licenses are created equal, and failing to understand the rules can lead to unintended obligations or risk to proprietary work. Below is a breakdown of the most common open source license types, …
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Every U.S. company is required by law to designate a registered agent in each state it operates in. However, a registered agent’s role extends past just fulfilling a legal requirement. Why Is A Registered Agent Needed? Registered agents receive: Missing a time-sensitive legal notice can result in default judgments, fines, or administrative dissolution of a …
The content creation space has grown and matured in the last several years. A recent Interactive Advertising Bureau study found that the number of people with full time jobs as content creators in the U.S. jumped from 200,000 in 2020 to 1.5 million in 2024. The economy of creators now accounts for 18% of the U.S. …
Odin Law and Media is excited to welcome Veda Cruz to the firm! Veda Cruz, Attorney of Counsel Veda brings a unique blend of legal and game industry experience, combining her work on transactions, intellectual property, privacy, licensing, and business strategy with firsthand involvement in game development. Her deep understanding of the industry comes not …
Odin Law and Media is excited to welcome Chrissie Scelsi to the firm! Chrissie Scelsi, Attorney Chrissie brings extensive experience advising game developers, publishers, and immersive entertainment companies on a wide range of legal matters, including transactions, intellectual property, licensing, advertising, influencer relations, content clearance, and esports. Her impressive career includes serving as U.S. general …
The past couple of years have been a rollercoaster for the games industry, with significant layoffs and economic challenges dampening spirits. However, 2025 brings a sense of optimism. Many have managed to “survive to 25.” The industry is poised for recovery, with growth opportunities across emerging markets, cultural shifts, and technological advancements. Political uncertainty may …
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The USPTO is raising its trademark-related fees beginning January 15, 2025. TL;DR: Anyone considering filing a trademark application should assess whether the new fees will apply to them. If so, they could consider filing before January 15, to save on fees. Also, Trademark Registration holders who need to submit maintenance documents, should do so before …