Activision Drops Lawsuit Against TikTok Star Anthony Fantano

Activision has dropped its lawsuit against YouTuber Anthony Fantano, also known as theneedledrop, after he allegedly sent the video game developer a cease-and-desist letter demanding a settlement payment for using a TikTok audio he made. The audio in question went viral in 2021, and Activision used it in a TikTok video featuring their Crash Bandicoot franchise. Fantano's attorney threatened to sue Activision for violating his publicity rights, and the company has now dismissed the case with prejudice. No further comments have been made by Fantano or his representatives.