Ugandan music sensation Bruno K, born Bruno Kiggundu, is contemplating legal action against YouTube, citing a perceived lack of content protection. Since departing Black Market Records (BMR) a few years back, Bruno K’s rift with his former label escalated due to ownership disputes over his YouTube channel.
His allegations include BMR’s purported withholding of rightful revenue from his YouTube videos. The battle for channel access required Bruno K to engage with Team YouTube after an arduous struggle.
Despite reclaiming control over the channel, Bruno K alleges that his content received multiple unwarranted strikes, which he attributes to BMR’s actions. He asserts that BMR resorts to dubious court documents to facilitate takedowns, expressing astonishment that a behemoth like YouTube has yet to detect the falsified paperwork.
Bruno K vented his frustrations on Twitter, mulling over the prospect of suing the social media giant. In an open letter, he expressed dismay over YouTube’s failure to safeguard his content, raising questions about their ability to discern fake documents.
His concern escalated when he uncovered discrepancies within the contested court documents, signifying their inauthenticity. Bruno K’s Twitter thread also implicated individuals aiding BMR in their efforts, notably Cedrick Singleton and Pastor Shadrack Kiseme.
Team YouTube responded, urging Bruno K to involve legal representation and cautioning against sharing sensitive information on a public platform. While acknowledging his grievance, they emphasized the need for proper legal channels to proceed.
The clash between Bruno K and YouTube highlights the complexities of content ownership in the digital era. This dispute underscores the challenges artists may encounter in protecting their creative works and raises questions about the efficacy of content safeguarding on major online platforms.
