Sony Music has filed suit against the Kroger Co., alleging that the retailer used its sound recordings in social media ads without permission, Music Business Worldwide reports. Sony
claims it has discovered at least 392 unauthorized uses of its music on Kroger’s social media accounts and on those of influencers promoting the brands. "Kroger's decision to
devote substantial resources to advertising while refusing to pay for the sound recordings that made those advertisements more engaging further confirms that
the Kroger Parties’ infringement was knowing and willful,” the complaint argues.
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