Beyoncé Removes Sphere Imagery from Tour Visuals

Beyoncé changed visuals in her 'Cowboy Carter' tour after Sphere Entertainment Group issued a cease-and-desist letter over her use of a digital likeness of the Las Vegas Sphere in a concert interlude. The company alleged unauthorized use of intellectual property, following failed negotiations for a possible Beyoncé residency at the Sphere. In response to the legal demand, Beyoncé replaced the Sphere imagery with visuals of Allegiant Stadium, the actual venue for her Las Vegas shows. The incident has fueled online debate about intellectual property use in concert visuals and the marketing strategies of entertainment venues. Despite the controversy, Beyoncé's tour continues to draw large audiences and critical praise across the US and Europe. Some fans criticized the Sphere for missing a promotional opportunity, while others discussed the broader copyright implications.