SUMMARY: Tennessee lawmakers may introduce real estate fraud protections after a TACIR study revealed rising fraud cases. Between 2019 and 2024, 185 homes were stolen in 50 counties, with identity fraud in loans and leases increasing from 2,200 in 2022 to over 2,800 last year. Common scams include forgery and fake IDs, made more convincing by AI and the internet. Tennessee lacks mandatory training or exams for notaries—TACIR proposes requiring courses and granting registers of deeds authority to verify notary signatures. Experts urge more proactive measures, recommending secure practices and trusted professionals for property transactions.

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SUMMARY: Daniel Gervais, a Vanderbilt law professor and sci-fi author, explores AI’s impact on music law and education. His novel “Forever” helps students grasp future legal challenges in AI-driven music industries. Lawsuits about AI training on copyrighted music dominate current debates, with courts often leaning toward fair use. The music sector faces unique issues as labels negotiate AI use, while concerns rise over creators’ compensation. Regulatory efforts like the No Fakes Act aim to protect artists, contrasting approaches in the U.S., EU, and Asia. Generational divides shape attitudes, with younger artists embracing AI tools, while older creators worry about losing creative skills and rights.

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SUMMARY: A program record four Tennessee Volunteers were selected in the first round of the 2025 MLB Draft. Pitcher Liam Doyle was the highest pick, taken fifth overall by the St. Louis Cardinals, marking Tennessee’s third straight top-ten draft pick under coach Tony Vitello. Doyle led the nation with 164 strikeouts despite only one season at Tennessee. Infielder Gavin Kilen went 13th to the San Francisco Giants, leading the Vols with a .357 average. First baseman Andrew Fischer was picked 20th by the Milwaukee Brewers, leading the team in multiple offensive categories. Pitcher Marcus Phillips was chosen 33rd by the Boston Red Sox. Additional Vols were taken in rounds two and three, including AJ Russell, Dean Curley, Tanner Franklin, and Nate Snead. The draft continues Monday.

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