Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Protecting jewellery with the aid of intellectual property rights is a topic of interest which sparks curiosity. While copyright is concerned with the creative part of jewellery, design is concerned with the shape, configuration, pattern, and mix of lines or colours in two or three-dimensional forms.

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IPilogue

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Copyright Creeping into Costumes. In general, any clothing, including costumes, is not protected by copyright laws. In Canada, under section 64(2) of the Copyright Act , it is not an infringement of copyright to reproduce the design of a “useful article”, so long as more than 50 copies are made.

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Nelligan Law

OCTOBER 27, 2023

As we strolled through its cobblestone streets and explored haunted tours, my attention naturally gravitated towards everything related to Intellectual Property (IP). In this captivating dynamic, Intellectual Property (IP) plays a crucial role. Who knew that dressing up could be so closely tied to copyright law?

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Kashishipr

JUNE 23, 2021

Big data is a relatively new concept that has created a greater conundrum in the realm of Intellectual Property (IP) laws. Copyright comes into the picture since the law safeguards the computer software and programs that are used to collect and analyze big data. What is Big Data? For more visit: [link].

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Kashishipr

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Intellectual Property Protection over an API. There has been a long-standing debate about the different modes of safeguarding an API through the laws on patents, copyright, and trade secrets. Copyright and APIs. Google , the Federal Circuit Court held that the Java API in question was copyrightable.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

DECEMBER 26, 2021

Welcome to the fourth and final trimester of 2021 round up of EU copyright law! In this series, we update readers every three months on developments in EU copyright law. Stay tuned as a comment on the judgment is coming soon in the blog. Stay tuned as a comment on the study is coming soon in the blog.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Welcome to the third trimester of the 2022 round up of EU copyright law! In this series, we update readers every three months on developments in EU copyright law. A post analysing the judgment will be coming up soon in the blog. Stay tuned for a comment on this judgment in the blog. Stay tuned! by Edward J.

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IIPRD

JANUARY 5, 2023

A growing number of daily releases makes India’s copyright laws particularly important in. Where else would intellectual property be used in a screenplay or a film is the next issue. Sincere to say, intellectual property rights are involved in every phase of the film. Introduction. 1] [link]. [2]

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IPilogue

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Shawn Dhue is an IPilogue Writer and a 2L JD Candidate at Osgoode Hall Law School. . . The US has started a worldwide complaint about China’s new legal strategy against intellectual property (IP) theft claims. Beijing said that it would “ strictly enforce patent and copyright laws.” Xiaomi Inc. ,

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The IPKat

APRIL 14, 2024

This is a review of the book , The Elgar Companion to Intellectual Property and the Sustainable Development Goals , edited by Bita Amani , Caroline B. Ali Malik addresses "SDG 2: zero hunger, food and plant-related intellectual property, and access to plant genetic resources." Ncube and Matthew Rimmer. That's not a Kat.

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The IPKat

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Oliver Fairhurst (GuestKat) Oliver is a partner at Lewis Silkin's Intellectual Property team, supporting clients on IP disputes and other IP advisory work. Oliver is also a City of London Law Society IP Committee member. He has experience working with clients in advertising, fashion, FMCG, retail and technology.

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Intepat

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

However, even though fanfiction is fun and fosters a sense of community, it can raise legal issues under copyright law. In India, this leads to questions about copyright infringement, fair use, and how fanfiction fits into intellectual property (IP) law. What is Fair Use (or Fair Dealing) in India?

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2022

On 21 September 2022, Egypt officially launched its first-ever National Intellectual Property Strategy (NIPS) in a ceremony held in the New Administrative Capital and in the presence of Daren Tang, the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) Director-General (See here , here and here ).

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The IPKat

MARCH 6, 2022

It's time for a weekly review of posts from the surrounding IP blogs over the past week! In addition, potential and tangible intersections between intellectual property and these trending topics were recently discussed by The Trademark Lawyer Magazine. The IPKat has reported on a few of them below.

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Intepat

DECEMBER 5, 2024

As digital spaces grow in popularity, so do the stakes around intellectual property, particularly copyright. Copyright governs the rights of creators over their digital works, ensuring they are protected from unauthorized use. Jurisdictional conflicts arise, as copyright laws differ significantly across countries.

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The IPKat

OCTOBER 19, 2024

IPKat Team GuestKat Nedim Malovic is taking a break from blogging. We thank him for all his contributions to the blog over the years and we look forward to welcoming him back in due course. Events As always, please do not forget to check our Events page , which is continuously updated.

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Intepat

OCTOBER 23, 2024

In the realm of intellectual property, copyright and moral rights play pivotal roles in safeguarding the interests of creators. While copyright primarily focuses on the economic rights associated with creative works, moral rights emphasize the personal and reputational interests of the creators.

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IIPRD

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

In this sector, intellectual property (IP) regulations are essential for defending the rights of inventors, artists, and producers. The media and entertainment business has experienced exponential growth, making it imperative to comprehend the significance that intellectual property rights play in this domain.

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The IPKat

AUGUST 29, 2021

This Kat is just hanging out While the summer winds down, why not while away the hours with news and views from around the IP blogs? Copyright The Kluwer Copyright Blog gave an update on EU copyright law developments for the second trimester of 2021, including insights into the cases and referrals coming up soon.

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Intepat

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Intellectual property is a type of property formed by a person’s various ideas or intellect. In other words, it results from a person’s intellectual pursuits. As an artist or designer, one should be aware of two forms of intellectual property (IP) rights: copyright and Industrial design.

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The IPKat

OCTOBER 10, 2021

This Kat is having a haunted October This post promises to take readers around the IP blogs in eight posts. Copyright The Journal of Intellectual Property Law and Practice published an Author's Take piece considering what the way forward for the press publishers' right might be under EU copyright law.

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IIPRD

MARCH 5, 2025

This has to do with the application of copyright to works made through AI. Blog sought to study global moves or court cases that have taken place regarding uses of copyright in made-always-with-an-AI creation and provide discussion over possible solutions to the future of intellectual property laws.

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Garrigues Blog

MARCH 27, 2025

The question therefore is: Can board games be protected by copyright? Lets put the cards on the table: from the Copyright Law and case law that interprets it can be inferred, that, generally speaking, the mechanics of a game do not meet the requirements to be protected as an intellectual property work.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

JANUARY 10, 2022

The Rise of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) and the Role of Copyright Law – Part II by Peter Mezei , João Pedro Quintais , Alexandra Giannopoulou and Balázs Bodó. The Rise of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) and the Role of Copyright Law – Part I by Peter Mezei , João Pedro Quintais , Alexandra Giannopoulou and Balázs Bodó.

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Patent Trademark Blog

MARCH 18, 2022

What is an intellectual property right? Intellectual property (IP) can seem abstract. At its core, intellectual property is a legal right. From an idea to something real: How do concepts become intellectual property? Building an intellectual property portfolio can create such a moat.

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Intepat

DECEMBER 25, 2024

While the raw data within a database may not be eligible for copyright protection, the originality involved in selecting, organizing, or arranging the data can bring a database under the scope of copyright law. This raises critical questions: What qualifies as originality in the context of database protection?

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Intepat

MAY 28, 2024

Intellectual property transforms knowledge into an economic result by interacting with legal and economic forces in the market. These intellectual outputs are seen across industries, including creative and cultural sectors. What is Intellectual Property Management?

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IP and Legal Filings

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Historical lookback The amendment to the existing copyright law act of 1957 was carried out owing to the sensitization of issue of copyright management and revenue sharing structure that is fair and reasonable to all owners and writers of filmed and recorded works. [i] 12 [xix] The Copyright Act, 1957, §55, No.

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SpicyIP

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

She graduated from National Law University, Delhi in 2023 & enjoys reading and writing on copyright laws. Herein, Star India alleged that rogue streaming apps such as IPTV Smarters Pro undermine the value of its intellectual property in the original entertainment, sports content, etc.

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SpicyIP

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Can ‘Machine Unlearning’ ensure compliance with copyright laws? The top two entries will be awarded with some cash prizes and also with a chance to be published on the blog! International IP Developments EU challenges China at WTO for its law to determine global SEP royalty rates for non EU SEPs.

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Intepat

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

It united eminent speakers, encompassing politicians, industry luminaries, and scholarly figures, to illuminate India’s strides, challenges, and aspirations within the intellectual property landscape. This surge in patent filings indicates a heightened emphasis on innovation and intellectual property within the country.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

JANUARY 9, 2023

But for anyone who had expected the Data Act to include a revision of the Database Directive — an ambition that the Commission had signalled in both the 2020 Data Strategy and the 2020 Intellectual Property Action Plan — the final proposal will be a major disappointment. Copyright law and football matches: impossible to match?

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

JANUARY 16, 2024

What are Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs)? Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs) refer to the legal rights granted to individuals or businesses for their creations or inventions. WHY ARE INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS IMPORTANT FOR STARTUPS? Why are Intellectual Property Rights Important for Startups?

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Intepat

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

In today’s world, copyright laws are essential for protecting creative works like books. For business owners, publishers, and sellers, understanding copyright can prevent legal issues and ensure fair use of content. Copyright grants the author or creator exclusive rights to use, distribute, and sell their work.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

APRIL 5, 2022

Welcome to the first trimester of the 2022 round up of EU copyright law! In this series, we update readers every three months on developments in EU copyright law. post on the judgment is coming soon in the blog, so watch this space. Stay tuned as a comment on the AG Opinion is coming soon in the blog.

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Intepat

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Many don’t realize they have legal options, making it even more important to understand copyright protection. With a clear understanding of copyright law, artists can safeguard their creations and ensure they receive the credit and acknowledgment they’ve earned.

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SpicyIP

JULY 25, 2021

As some of our readers may have noted, a Parliamentary Standing Committee Report, titled ‘ Review of the Intellectual Property Rights Regime in India’ was released on July 23, 2021. A Parliamentary Standing Committee Report that Challenges the Fine Balances Within the IP System. Dr. Arul George Scaria.

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