Velocity of Content

JUNE 8, 2022

Preface: I wanted to learn more about the concept (and applications) of “derivative works” and adaptations under copyright law, and I was searching for a useful example that might also be interesting for readers of Velocity of Content to read about. The basic litany up through 1953: “The Little White Bird” (1902 poetry collection).

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Alexander claimed that Take-Two Interactive infringed the tattoo designs she inked on her client, professional wrestler Randy Orton, when the company produced and distributed a video game featuring a realistic in-game depiction of Orton. Also, see Q2 of my 2005 contracts law exam and the sample answer. Warner Bros.

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SpicyIP

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

SpicyIP Tidbit: CGPDTM Calls for Comments and Suggestions on Different IP Manuals and Guidelines The office of the Controller General of Patents, Design and Trademarks (CGPDTM) is inviting comments from stakeholders to revamp the Patents, Designs, Trademarks, GI and Copyright Manuals and Guidelines. Deadline- October 15, 2023.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

AUGUST 1, 2023

As a practical matter, the answer is certainly yes; an open system is built into the design of the internet. The problem arises because copyright law is written as an “opt-in” system (no copying without authorization), while the Internet is designed as an “opt-out” system (it allows copying unless it is prohibited). Supreme Court.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 23, 2023

Warhol , at 1283-84 ] This paragraph asks the judge, or the art critic, to carry out their tasks, and consider the meaning of a work. But to do so without considering the work’s significance and without considering the subjective intent of the person creating the derivative work or the subjective impact of that work upon the viewer.

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Velocity of Content

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

It is clear that AI is built on a foundation of immense works of authorship, many of which are protected by copyright. 7 When copyrighted works are used, AI systems typically make copies of the works to train and power AI outputs. 913 (2005). 1858); Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988, c. ↩︎ Sony Corp.

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