What will Microsoft do about the Trump administration’s provocative use of the Halo IP? “What I wouldn’t do is anything public,” says former Microsoft attorney

What will Microsoft do about the Trump administration’s provocative use of the Halo IP? “What I wouldn’t do is anything public,” says former Microsoft attorney

Don McGowan is an attorney who knows what he’s talking about when it comes to understanding what Microsoft might do following the Trump administration’s provocative use of the Halo IP on social media this week. He was a senior attorney at Xbox Game Studios for three years. He was also chief legal officer at The PokĂ©mon Company for a decade – another brand recently abused by the Trump administration. McGowan, currently a partner at KUSK Law and principal at Extreme Grownup Services, has given me an insight into what Microsoft’s current thinking might be.

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2 Comments

  1. hodkiewicz.sheldon

    This is an interesting perspective on how corporate IP can intersect with political actions. It’s always fascinating to see how companies navigate these complex situations. Thanks for sharing!

  2. ebert.jimmy

    I agree, the intersection of corporate IP and politics can lead to complex challenges. It’s fascinating how companies like Microsoft must navigate these waters carefully, balancing their brand image while also protecting their intellectual property rights. It’ll be interesting to see how they approach any future controversies related to their IP.

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