Recent developments involving The Notorious B.I.G. include legal actions over sampled tracks in songs like 'Nasty Girl' and 'I Wanna Thank Ya,' while ongoing discussions continue around his legacy, with figures like Lil Cease defending his image and claims about his relationships and lyrics being scrutinized. Meanwhile, tributes to Biggie are being highlighted through events celebrating Jay-Z's 'Reasonable Doubt' and cultural references in pop culture, such as meerkats named after Biggie and Cardi B.