Virtual Legality

Mar 05 2025 787 ep. 37 mins 126
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Virtual Legality is a continuing series discussing the law, video games, software, and everything digital, hosted by Richard Hoeg, of the Hoeg Law Business Law Firm (Hoeg Law).

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What the Trump?! | USAID, Elon Musk, and the Roberts Court

Mar 05 2025 43 mins  
In this episode, lawyer Richard Hoeg explores recent legal and political developments surrounding the Supreme Court's non-decision on USAID funding and related controversies. He covers the District Court's restraining order, the government's response, administrative stays, and the Supreme Court's 'decision'. Justice Alito's dissent on sovereign immunity and equitable jurisdiction i

Warner Bros., Monolith Closure, and the Legal Legacy of the Nemesis System

Feb 27 2025 30 mins  
In this episode, lawyer Richard Hoeg discusses the recent Warner Brothers studio closures and reflects on the company's history in the video game industry, including Monolith Productions. He focuses on intellectual property issues in gaming, with references to the "No One Lives Forever" series and Monolith's Nemesis System. Richard clarifies different types of intellectual property

What the Trump?! | Did an Executive Order just end the US Administrative State? (VL)

Feb 21 2025 70 mins  
In this episode, lawyer Richard Hoeg explores executive orders and U.S. government structure, focusing on independent agencies versus presidential control. Using Trump's executive order as a case study, he discusses the administrative state, legal controversies, and public reactions. Hoeg reviews a law article on the unitary executive theory and Chief Justice Roberts' opinion in a

Roblox Under Scrutiny | Federal Investigations, Child Safety, and More

Feb 11 2025 22 mins  
In this episode, lawyer Richard Hoeg delves into the complexities surrounding Roblox, its platform, and the recent scrutiny it faces. He begins with an overview of Roblox's popularity and the criticisms it has attracted. The discussion then shifts to the SEC's investigation into Roblox, explaining securities and the implications of Bloomberg's reporting on child safety. Richard als

TikTok, Microsoft, and Legal Challenges | Exploring the Ban and Beyond

Feb 04 2025 39 mins  
In this episode, lawyer Richard Hoeg explores the prospect of Microsoft/TikTok acquisition talks. He examines the TikTok ban, enforcement challenges, and network impacts. Hoeg analyzes the performative aspects of January 19th, discusses bills of attainder, and the courts' decisions on both attainder and First Amendment law. He critiques the court's reasoning, discusses TikTok's bus

FTC Takes on Genshin Impact | Loot Boxes, Dark Patterns, and Legal Showdowns

Jan 28 2025 76 mins  
In this episode, Richard Hoeg examines the FTC's lawsuit against Genshin Impact, focusing on loot boxes and transparency. He discusses the FTC's charges, including concerns over "dark pattern tactics" and COPPA compliance, and the implications for free-to-play games. The episode explores Hoyoverse's business practices, misleading loot box disclosures, and the FTC's authority under

DoD Puts Tencent under Fire | What EVERYONE'S Getting Wrong (VL)

Jan 16 2025 32 mins  
In this episode, Richard Hoeg explores the US Department of Defense's CMC designation and its business impacts on Tencent Holdings. He covers legal background, executive orders, and insights from Bloomberg, analyzing market reactions and clarifying misunderstandings. The discussion includes the National Defense Authorization Act, Trump's executive orders, and more. Hoeg provides hi

Assassin's Creed Delayed...Again | Analyzing Ubisoft's Movement from the Shadows

Jan 10 2025 25 mins  
In this episode, Richard Hoeg dives into the recent delay of Assassin's Creed Shadows and the broader financial challenges faced by Ubisoft. He discusses Ubisoft's official announcements, strategic updates, restructuring efforts, and cost reduction measures. Hoeg explores the legal implications surrounding potential sales of Ubisoft, along with the financial impact of game cancella

My Stroke Story | 2nd Anniversary - Starting is Restarting (VL Extra)

Dec 30 2024 7 mins  
In this episode, Richard Hoeg presents a special anniversary edition, sharing personal insights and experiences following a stroke. He discusses the mental rehabilitation journey, offering a post-stroke perspective on the challenges faced, including financial stress. Richard delves into energy management strategies and reflects on the future outlook, both personally and professiona

Sony Eyes Kadokawa Acquisition: Implications for Gaming and Anime Markets

Nov 21 2024 57 mins  
In this episode, Richard Hoeg dives into the potential acquisition of Kadokawa by Sony, examining the pricing process regulatory questions and more. Richard explores Sony's stake in Kadokawa, the company's anime involvement, and potential antitrust issues. He provides insights into Sony's acquisition history and financials, the implications of leaked information, and the role of ca