IP and Legal Filings

MARCH 9, 2022

If a singer, at a concert, was to sing in a melodious way, in an impromptu manner, i.e., there were no prior existing lyrics or melody, would such a singer be considered an author of the lyrics and the music, apart from being a performer Under Indian Copyright Law ? INTER-RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PERFORMER, PERFORMANCE, AND A WORK.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Music is an artistic work which falls into the purview of copyright protection. Nowadays, music lovers can easily stream music. Even restaurants, bars and lounges play music to entertain guests, either through hiring DJs or by playing music through sound systems. The defendant no 1 i.e,

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SpicyIP

JANUARY 30, 2022

Is it mandatory to be a member of copyright society to carry out the business of issuing or granting licences in respect of literary, dramatic, musical and artistic works incorporated in a cinematograph film or sound recordings?

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AUGUST 24, 2022

The pastor of a Texas church apologized for his congregation's decision to put on an unauthorized rendition of "Hamilton," agreeing to pay any damages to the producers of the hit musical and promising to "use this moment as a learning opportunity about protected artistic works and intellectual property."

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IP Watchdog

APRIL 5, 2024

This week in Other Barks and Bites: Judge Pauline Newman responds in district court challenge to her suspension; Over 200 musical artists sign letter imploring tech companies to stop using AI to devalue artists’ work; a California district court denies a motion from tech giants, including Google and Apple, that sought to challenge USPTO IPR rule; and (..)

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SpicyIP

JANUARY 23, 2022

“the business of issuing or granting licence in respect of literary, dramatic, musical and artistic works incorporated in a cinematograph films or sound recordings shall be carried out only through a copyright society” ) has to be read as an exception to the first proviso. The second proviso (i.e.

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IP and Legal Filings

APRIL 7, 2023

Introduction When creative authors, performers, and artists worked in the past, they did so mainly because of their image and notoriety than for the objective of earning a living from their endeavors, so their works were written, performed, or created to safeguard their reputation.

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The IP Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Specifically, copyright protection attaches to the original, creative work when it is fixed in a tangible medium, such as when it is written, drawn, recorded digitally, or typed electronically. It also protects images, photos, videos, and other written work, such as blog posts.

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The IPKat

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

The crucial question is “whether the ‘work’ is basically one of human authorship, with the computer [or other device] merely being an assisting instrument, or whether the traditional elements of authorship in the work (literary, artistic, or musical expression or elements of selection, arrangement, etc.)

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JD Supra Law

JANUARY 19, 2024

Copyright Office explains, copyrights protect “original works of authorship including literary, dramatic, musical, and artistic works, such as poetry, novels, movies, songs, computer software, and architecture.”. IP rights come in several forms: copyrights, trademarks, patents, and trade secrets. As the U.S.

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IPilogue

JULY 27, 2022

On June 23 rd , 2022, the Parliament of Canada passed legislation to extend the term of copyright protection in literary, dramatic, musical and artistic works from life of author plus 50 years to 70 years. Sally Yoon is an IPilogue Writer, IP Innovation Clinic Fellow, and a 3L JD Candidate at Osgoode Hall Law School.

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JD Supra Law

JUNE 24, 2024

In the entertainment industry, Sony Music asserted that AI companies don’t have permission to use its recording artists’ works for AI training. lawmakers called for regulations that would require AI-generated music to be labeled and would protect creators from deepfakes, misappropriation, and. In the U.K., In the U.K.,

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

JUNE 21, 2023

Music is an artistic work which falls into the purview of copyright protection. Nowadays, music lovers can easily stream music. Even restaurants, bars and lounges play music to entertain guests, either through hiring DJs or by playing music through sound systems. The defendant no 1 i.e,

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IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 8, 2023

It states that the following classes of works are copyrightable- Original literary, dramatic, musical and artistic works; Cinematograph films, and Sound recording The term ‘artistic work’ is defined under Section 2(c) of the Act.

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IP and Legal Filings

AUGUST 6, 2024

Abstract This blog provides complete information to go about the registration for copyright in a systematic manner with due incorporation of all steps required to help creators of the works of art. Copyright protection under these agreements arises immediately when a work is created. What is Copyright?

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The IPKat

AUGUST 29, 2022

The subject of the dispute pertained to exploitation of the portrait of the late Cem Karaca , who was an artist, songwriter and composer with a legendary reputation in the world of Anatolian rock music.

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The IPKat

APRIL 18, 2022

Artist Four Tet took to social media to announce that its record label, Domino, had requested his music be removed from streaming platforms, amidst a legal dispute over royalties. In the latest hearing between the parties, Four Tet applied to amend the particulars of the dispute to include Domino’s recent behaviour.

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The IPKat

JANUARY 17, 2024

In this sense, a somewhat similar – though dated (by that meaning: pre- Infopaq [IPKat here and here ] ) – case litigated both in France and the UK cannot but come to mind: Hyperion Records v Sawkins [IPKat here ] , concerning copyright protection of a ‘reconstructed’ baroque music score. When the CJEU decides Institutul G.

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Intepat

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Introduction Copyright protection is essential for independent artists to secure the recognition and fair compensation they deserve. In the music industry, copyright does more than just credit originality—it helps artists build their brand and reputation.

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SpicyIP

MARCH 9, 2025

A quick glance at last week analysis of wrongful obtainment in the Indian patent landscape, discussing Delhi High Courts jurisdiction in ANI vs OpenAI, and the implications of a MoU between screen writers and music composers. This and much more in this weeks SpicyIP Weekly Review. Anything we are missing out on?

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43(B)log

JUNE 17, 2022

Summary of argument: If the meaning of artistic works were objective, an art appreciation class would be like a standard math class: It would have only right and wrong answers. Acuff-Rose Music, Inc., Instead, the Court should recognize the common existence of varying interpretations of artistic works.

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IP and Legal Filings

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

It is a form of IPR that is used to guard the hard work and efforts of the artist. Copyrights can be awarded for usage of literary works, dramatic works, cinematographic films, musical works and even for the designs of clothes and jewelry. Literary Works Other than Computer Programs. Musical Works.

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IP and Legal Filings

APRIL 8, 2023

Cable, Video & Music Piracies The illegal production and sale of videos/movies are referred to as video piracy. Cable Piracy is the illegal transmission of films via a cable network, whereas Music Piracy is the illegal recording and sale of music. However, the industry is still dealing with a slew of legal issues daily.

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IPilogue

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Where what was taken is qualitatively small but comprises the heart or defining element of a work, such act will amount to substantial copying. In Okilo v Dick Francis and Anor (2003-2007) 5 I.P.L.R Action for Copyright infringement. CONCLUSION. Copyright protects the expression of ideas and not the ideas themselves.

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Intepat

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Introduction Copyright protection is essential for independent artists to secure the recognition and fair compensation they deserve. In the music industry, copyright does more than just credit originality—it helps artists build their brand and reputation.

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The IPKat

JANUARY 24, 2023

Copyright law, with its protection of materials ranging from literary, musical and artistic works to cinematograph films and computer programs, etc. The right to the tools for the systematic increase of knowledge involves access to resources (both human and material) from which knowledge may be extracted.

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IPilogue

DECEMBER 9, 2021

In Canada, copyright protection is afforded to every original literary, dramatic, musical, and artistic work that is fixed. Artistic Work. Memes that contain both artistic and literary components may comprise both an artistic and literary work: originality may exist in their combination.

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Intepat

APRIL 18, 2022

Intellectual property rights (IPR) offer protection and grant exclusive rights to the creator’s work. Copyrights are a form of IPR that offers protection to a wide range of artistic and literary works of a creator. It includes musical works, photographic works, artistic works, motion pictures, and computer programs.

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The IP Law Blog

JANUARY 18, 2024

Copyright Office explains, copyrights protect “original works of authorship including literary, dramatic, musical, and artistic works, such as poetry, novels, movies, songs, computer software, and architecture.” IP rights come in several forms: copyrights, trademarks, patents, and trade secrets. As the U.S.

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IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 23, 2021

Copyright laws play a crucial role in protecting creative expressions such as literary works, artistic works and musical works. This exclusive rights comprises of the right to copy, distribute, perform, license or adapt the work. Technology and copyright law.

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The IP Law Blog

JANUARY 19, 2023

In the lower court, the Second Circuit reversed the decision of the District Court and held that the Warhol work was not transformative because it maintained the “essential elements of its source material” and was not “fundamentally different and new.” Genius sued Google for breach of contract over music transcriptions. There, U.S.-based

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IP and Legal Filings

MARCH 9, 2022

Copyright- copyright protection is given to the works of authorship. It must only include music, literary works like art, and much more. In early 2012, there has been substantial amendments to the Act, copyright protection involves dramatic, musical, any original piece of literary work including cinematography films, etc.

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SpicyIP

JANUARY 16, 2022

.— (1) No person or association of persons shall, after coming into force of the Copyright (Amendment) Act, 1994 (38 of 1994) commence or, carry on the business of issuing or granting licences in respect of any work in which copyright subsists or in respect of any other rights conferred by this Act except under or in accordance with the registration (..)

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

JUNE 30, 2021

The rest of the dance routine music consists of other songs. This decision will certainly be welcomed by documentary makers, who may now feel more encouraged to use works created by others – not only music but also visual artworks, especially those which are placed in the public environment.

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IP and Legal Filings

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Article 2 of the Berne convention defines “literary and artistic works” and other works in the literary, scientific, or artistic domain as copyrightable works. For one, it is relatively easy to replicate copyrighted works in cyberspace. Image Source: gettyimages].

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Moreover, Section 51 of the Act of 1957 categorizes the reproduction of any literary, dramatic, musical or artistic work in the form of a cinematographic work as an infringing copy. The broadcasted contents involve the text, music, video and publicity rights, which form the subject matter of copyright protection.

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SpicyIP

SEPTEMBER 9, 2023

Prompts, AI, computer generated works and Indian law While the issue around copyrightability of AI-generated works is far from clear in the Indian context, it is interesting to examine the impact of this line of reasoning under Indian copyright law. The term ‘computer generated work’ is not defined and is to be understood literally.

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