IP Tech Blog

MARCH 8, 2024

On September 18, 2023, NetChoice, LLC — a national trade association with members from the tech and social media industry — obtained a preliminary injunction from the District Court for the Northern District of California preventing the State of California from enforcing the California Age-Appropriate Design Code Act (“AADC” or the “Act”).

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The IPKat

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Background of the case On 26 October 2018, the Estonian company Eco Oil OÜ filed the following EU Registered Design No. The decision The BoA focused its attention on the (unproven) disclosure of prior designs under Article 7 CDR by means of printed screenshots of web pages. 5809746-0001 (the contested RCD).

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The IPKat

DECEMBER 14, 2023

This Africa IP Highlights 2023 is the result of collaboration between myself and several IP practitioners and researchers across Africa: Clarisse Mideva ; Rita Chindah ; and Jessie Mgonga. The photographer, Esther Umoh called this person out for copyright infringement on social media platform “X”.

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 8, 2024

DPIA Report Requirement: The State argued that these extensive and time-consuming reports will require businesses to assess “how their products use children’s data and whether their data management practices or product designs pose risks to children.” Implications for the Future The NetChoice case makes a few things clear.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

MARCH 19, 2024

The victims sued social media companies for allegedly radicalizing the shooter by exposing him to third-party content. As usual nowadays, the plaintiffs relied heavily on product design theories to overcome the obvious Section 230 defense. 810316/2023 (N.Y. Case Citation : Jones v. Mean LLC , Index No.: Supreme Ct.

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Plagiarism Today

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

The country of Croatia is scheduled to begin using the Euro as its currency on January 1, 2023. One of the more public steps is designing their first one Euro coin. To that end, the Croatian central bank held a design competition. On Friday, it announced the winner, designer Stjepan Pranjkovic.

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JD Supra Law

MAY 11, 2023

On Tuesday, May 2, 2023, the U.S. These panelists included representatives from GAI platform companies, graphic design software companies, By: Pillsbury - Internet & Social Media Law Blog

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Patently-O

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

by Dennis Cxrouch In re Lizzo LLC (TTAB 2023) In a new precedential opinion, the PTAB has sided with the musical artist Lizzo — agreeing to register her mark “100% THAT B H” for use on apparel. Rather, Lizzo apparently saw a social media meme about being 100% that b h and then added it to her song.

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LexBlog IP

MAY 11, 2023

Interesting Patents | Rolex: A New Era in Wristwatch Design: Minimizing Frictional Wear with Innovative Fixing Device by Founders Legal Interesting Patents | Thursday, May 11, 2023 The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) grants hundreds of new patents every week, showcasing developments in technology and innovation.

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BYU Copyright Blog

JUNE 3, 2024

Boyages alleges that the University knowingly and unlawfully used an art-designed logo (logo or art design) created by the Plaintiff without her authorization or license and is therefore entitled to damages and monetary relief according to 17 U.S.C. In her complaint, Ms. According to Ms. Even if Ms. Who will prevail in this story?

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LexBlog IP

JUNE 26, 2023

The court concluded that JSC’s unique designs acquired secondary meaning in the eyes of consumers in the furniture market, particularly because of Trendily’s copying, and possessed protectable trade dress. JSC designs high-end furniture hand-crafted by woodworkers in Indonesia. Trendily appealed.

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IP and Legal Filings

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The transition from simply turning on the television to logging into accounts such as social media and OTT platforms, has resulted the entertainment industry to witness an astonishing evolution. To address these alarming concerns, India has introduced Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, a long-awaited legislation.

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43(B)log

MAY 19, 2023

2023 WL 2433970, -- F. 9, 2023) Roblox runs a “digital world where users create virtual games and experiences and connect with other users.” Roblox Corp. 22-cv-04476-SI (N.D. Users interact with the platform through virtual characters known as “Avatars.” This was enough survive the motion to dismiss.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 23, 2023

. (“Palacio del Rio”) sought two registrations for the river-side view and street-side view of its modular designed building for hotel services. 1 Is a Building “Product Packaging” or “Product Design” Trade Dress? See Figure 2.

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 26, 2023

I’ve seen enough stock graphic elements when doing trademark and copyright searches to know that the crown elements and scales of justice elements are likely to be highly similar to or identical to crown and scales designs owned by Getty Images or some other entity or artist. This isn’t limited to logo design.

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SpicyIP

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Highlight of the Week Comments on the Draft Patent (Amendment) Rules, 2023 Image by rawpixel.com on Freepix Comments pertaining to transparency and on substantive proposals within the draft Patent (Amendment) Rules, 2023, submitted to the Ministry of Commerce. Ltd vs Poi Social Media Pvt. Humans Of Bombay Stories Pvt.

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TorrentFreak

OCTOBER 26, 2024

Had a crystal ball been available back in 2017, Merrell would’ve observed the operators of Flawless being sent to prison in 2023 for more than 30 years. Media Maverick Without the benefit of such foresight, Merrell continued to run a school during the day and began reselling Flawless subscriptions on the side.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JANUARY 19, 2023

Despite the rhetorical moves to position the lawsuit about the defendants’ design choices, this is actually an easy case. Third, this lawsuit overlaps the broader censorial efforts to impose liability for social media addiction, including an MDL on that topic in the Northern District of California. ICS Provider.

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The IPKat

AUGUST 1, 2024

This Kat is here to help with a list of ten top-notch IP books that will make your summer holiday both enjoyable and productive: Copyright and the Court of Justice of the European Union (Second Edition) By PermaKat Eleonora Rosati , this book was voted the IPKat’s Book of the Year for Best Copyright Book 2023 by our readers!

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The TTABlog

JANUARY 13, 2023

92076013 (January 6, 2023) [not precedential] (Opinion by Judge Cheryl S. The Board first found that the genus of goods at issue is "wallets,' but it could "by definition, encompass more-narrowly defined goods or a sub-category such as wallets with technological and/or design features." Welch 2023. Text Copyright John L.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

MAY 30, 2023

The categorization of social media accounts into “business” and “personal” accounts was a hot issue a decade ago, when states across the country passed laws to protect employees from invasive employer demands to access or control their personal social media accounts. See Musk, Elon).

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Michael Geist

AUGUST 9, 2023

Further, the Canadian plan is facing significant opposition from many OECD countries since it may jeopardize a global agreement that is designed to address the digital services tax issue. Additionally, the content posted by the user on the social media platform does not indicate the user’s location.

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IP and Legal Filings

AUGUST 10, 2024

Employment being taken over by AI With ever increasing population where Indian population is equal to 17.76% of the global population and India’s mid-year population estimate for 2023 is 1,428,627,663 people [1]. 2023, March 31). 2023, March 31). It can hamper the relation between the employee and employer. 2024, July 22).

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Copyright Lately

OCTOBER 20, 2024

The judge did side with the airline on its copyright infringement claim, ruling that Skiplagged had used American’s flight symbol logo without permission as recently as August 2023. Let me know in the comments below or @copyrightlately on social media. As always, I’d love to hear what you think.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Copycats: unregistered designs, unfair competition and copyright Better register first than be sorry later. In general it is a good idea to register fashion products which have a reasonable expectation of commercial success as designs or, where possible, as shape-trademarks before they appear on the catwalk.

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The TTABlog

JANUARY 8, 2024

The TTAB has re-designated as precedential its September 2022 opinion in this cancellation proceeding. The CAFC affirmed the Board's decision on October 19, 2023 [ TTABlogged here ]]. 92064830 (September 6, 2022) [re-designated as precedential, January 4, 2024] (Opinion by Judge Frances S. Andrusiek v.

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LexBlog IP

APRIL 18, 2023

by Founders Legal Interesting Patents | Snap | Tuesday, April 18, 2023 The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) grants hundreds of new patents every week, showcasing developments in technology and innovation. 11630877 INVENTION OVERVIEW: Sometimes finding your friends across the extensive social media landscape can be difficult.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

AUGUST 29, 2022

While that is pretty sweet, I will pay for it next year when I teach Internet Law in both Spring and Fall 2023. [FN: Comments on CA AB 2273, The Age-Appropriate Design Code Act). Will California Clone-and-Revise Some Terrible Ideas from Florida/Texas’ Social Media Censorship Laws? Analysis of CA AB587). Attorney General.

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LexBlog IP

APRIL 27, 2023

Smartphone Case Creates Illusion of Embedded Gems and Crystals by Founders Legal Interesting Patents | Thursday, April 27, 2023 The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) grants hundreds of new patents every week, showcasing developments in technology and innovation. Think you might need a legal professional?

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Garrigues Blog

OCTOBER 22, 2024

One of the main characters is Pierre Cadault , a haute couture fashion designer who has become one of the icons of the series. Taking advantage of the hype around the series, a third party registered the character’s name as a trademark on March 31, 2023, over two years after the series had premiered.

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The TTABlog

JUNE 16, 2023

88981832 [re-designated as precedential, June 14, 2023] (Opinion by Judge Michael B. Apple Music and Amazon Music listings, the group's YouTube page, numerous social media pages, and the group's website prominently display the BOYS WORLD mark and provide access to the group's recordings. Welch 2023.

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

With decision of May 8, 2023, the EUIPO Cancellation Division provided relevant clarification concerning the use of a trademark in relation to specific registered goods. The application concerned all the goods claimed by the trademark in classes 9, 18, 25 and 28, partly related to the core business of the well-known fashion company K-Way.

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LexBlog IP

MAY 4, 2023

Founded in 1878 by the legendary firearms inventor John Moses Browning, the company has been at the forefront of firearms design and manufacturing for over a century. Through its innovative designs and attention to detail, the company has set the standard for triggers in the industry.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The lower court was unpersuaded: “Doe’s negligent design claim similarly aims to hold Snap liable for communications exchanged between Doe and Guess-Mazock.” ” In June 2023, the Fifth Circuit affirmed the dismissal in a 3-page per curiam opinion. Here, Doe brings a design defect claim.

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TorrentFreak

MARCH 4, 2024

The site is designed to be user-friendly while remaining resilient to enforcement measures. The proposed injunction also mentions hosting services, search engines, proxy services, CDNs, donation platforms, browser extensions, social media, payment providers, and advertising services, among others.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

The disputed image On November 27, 2023, the Beijing Internet Court (BIC) ruled in an infringement lawsuit ( Li v. After publishing the disputed image on a Chinese social media platform (Xiaohongshu), Plaintiff discovered that Defendant had used the same image to illustrate an article on a different website without permission.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

OCTOBER 3, 2023

To create its product, Clearview scraped billions of publicly available photos from websites and social media platforms. The defendants to be required to implement, maintain, regularly review and revise as necessary a threat management program designed to appropriately monitor the defendants’ information networks for threats.

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