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Taylor Swift has reportedly filed trademark applications for two audio phrases and a stage image through TAS Rights Management.

The move is aimed at strengthening her ability to fight AI-generated deepfakes and unauthorized use of her voice and likeness.

The filing comes amid growing scrutiny of deepfake abuse on social platforms and broader efforts by public figures to protect their image rights.

If successful, it could give celebrities a stronger legal tool in future disputes over AI impersonation and platform accountability.