Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JANUARY 24, 2024

However, the appellate court seems to invalidate that six-factor test: “Determining he ownership of social-media accounts is indeed a relatively novel exercise, but that novelty does not warrant a new six-factor test.” The next step is to determine whether ownership ever transferred to another party.

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TorrentFreak

JULY 13, 2023

Pirate site brands, including 123movies, Putlocker, Kisscartoon, 123movieshub, and GoMovies, were suddenly recognized all over the world, despite in many cases having been copied from ‘pirate’ brands already in existence. Running in parallel, news began to emerge of big changes at Zoro.to. Aniwatch.to

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

JANUARY 22, 2024

Additionally, a name is a crucial element of personal branding, influencing perceptions, forming first impressions, and conveying character. For renowned figures, the importance of their name extends to public perception, brand identity, and professional success. It distinguishes us and shapes our sense of self.

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The IPKat

MAY 29, 2023

The second edition offers revised, or wholly rewritten chapters to the overlaps discussed in the first edition so as to reflect recent developments, as well as to include new chapters (the overlap between privacy and copyright law; privacy and secrecy; trademarks certification marks and collective marks; and IP and traditional knowledge).

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

MARCH 10, 2022

In a footnote, the court acknowledges the law is “evolving” with respect to employer ownership of social media accounts: The law on the ownership of a social media pages created by employees for employers is evolving rapidly and varies between jurisdictions. Maryland enacted a social media privacy law in 2021. DLB-21-401 (D.

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SpicyIP

AUGUST 26, 2024

Further, it was alleged that they were diluting and tarnishing the brand by publishing AI-generated deepfake content using the said characters image and appearance across online platforms, including pornographic websites, which, the plaintiff argued, was detrimental to the overall reputation and goodwill amassed by the show over the years.

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SpicyIP

MARCH 9, 2025

PPL, claiming ownership over public performance rights via assignments from music labels, alleged infringement after its representatives discovered unlicensed use of its repertoire. Despite being served, the defendants failed to appear or contest the claims, leading the Court to grant a permanent injunction and 5,00,000 in damages.

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Olartemoure Blog

JULY 17, 2024

COMMISSIONED TATTOOS AND OWNERSHIP When commissioning a tattoo, clients pay for the service, not the copyright. For example, if a tattoo features a recognizable brand logo or slogan, it could infringe on the trademark holder’s rights. This distinction can lead to disputes over the use of the design.

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LexBlog IP

JULY 26, 2022

DSPs also plug into and engage with many other types of ad tech platforms, including sell-side platforms and exchanges, data providers, ad servers, and various measurement, brand safety and verification providers. The agreements governing transactions in this space must address the collection, ownership and use of this data.

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IP and Legal Filings

MAY 17, 2024

Even in cases wherein there is no commercial aspect to the misuse of one’s likeness, because the persona of the individual is in itself a brand and carries public goodwill, it would be considered passing-off if such likeness is used without authorization. It is a common tort law aspect and can be used for unregistered trademarks.

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The TTABlog

DECEMBER 31, 2021

35: TTAB Grants MIRAGE BRANDS Cancellation Petition Due To Likelihood of Reverse Confusion On Remand from the CAFC, TTAB Denies Petition for Cancellation of "NAKED" Registration for Condoms TTABlog Test: Three Recent Section 2(d) Inter Partes Cases - How Did They Come Out? Guess What? Yes] Precedential No.

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 3, 2022

The plaintiff – Healthcare Resources Management Group, LLC (“HRMG”) – is a producer of pharmaceutical-grade hemp products that sells a topical cannabidiol (“CBD”) cream under its Pharmalieve brand and on a “white label” basis using alleged trade secrets. at *4-6, 15. at *40, 42, 43, 50.]

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

MAY 7, 2021

It is basically a distributed database that can achieve independent verification of the ownership chain of any or every cryptocurrency (amount) as each node stores its own copy of the blockchain. The nodes authenticate transactions, add the data to their copy of the common ledger and transfer the ledger additions to all other nodes.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

MAY 7, 2021

It is basically a distributed database that can achieve independent verification of the ownership chain of any or every cryptocurrency (amount) as each node stores its own copy of the blockchain. The nodes authenticate transactions, add the data to their copy of the common ledger and transfer the ledger additions to all other nodes.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

MAY 7, 2021

It is basically a distributed database that can achieve independent verification of the ownership chain of any or every cryptocurrency (amount) as each node stores its own copy of the blockchain. The nodes authenticate transactions, add the data to their copy of the common ledger and transfer the ledger additions to all other nodes.

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IIPRD

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Intellectual Property such as patents, trademarks, brand value, copyright, etc have become foundational assets for several businesses, seeking greater importance and attention. The agreement lays down conditions for patent ownership in the event of default. Patent as Collateral in the US. Case Studies.

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IP and Legal Filings

APRIL 19, 2023

Introduction Personality rights refer to a person’s ability to safeguard his or her identity in the context of a property or privacy right. Second, the right to privacy, which protects individuals from having their identities disclosed to the public without their consent. Puttaswamy v.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

MAY 30, 2023

Accordingly, the court preliminarily enjoins the Owocs from posting to the accounts until ownership is definitively adjudicated. You can see how social media account ownership issues are intractable when companies embrace “cults of personality” around a charismatic entrepreneur. So the accounts remain in limbo for now.

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IP and Legal Filings

AUGUST 26, 2024

Personality Rights: Every individual has the right and ownership over the use of the information related to their identity, and this right even increases when the use is commercial. Earlier, particularly in defamation cases, the English law gave lesser significance to the idea of privacy to defend reputation. Topps Chewing Gum Inc. [2]

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SpicyIP

JULY 5, 2021

Copyright Ownership in State Board Textbooks: Impediments to Accessibility. Some of these could survive the death of the celebrity, however, the right to privacy was not among them. Thematic Highlight. Image from here.

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SpicyIP

JULY 19, 2021

NFTs (Non-fungible tokens), which act as a certificate of ownership for whatever the creator puts up for sale, allow artists to set their preferred terms of contract while making sales. She criticises the judgment because the Court based its reasoning solely on privacy without any justifications rooted in property rights.

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Traverse Legal Blog

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

This cloud-based approach allows for more flexibility, scalability, and often a lower total cost of ownership compared to traditional software models. Data privacy and GDPR compliance are particularly complex in this context, as these models’ requirements can vary significantly.

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IPilogue

JANUARY 14, 2022

For a review of Privacy legislation in Canada, check out Emily Prieur’s article published this week. Copyright Ownership of Movies and Films in Canada: Who’s on First? While filing trademarks is important for brand protection, the examination stage can take upwards of two years to complete. Giuseppina D’Agostino. David Vaver.

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43(B)log

AUGUST 3, 2023

Dignitary interests: false light, IIED, privacy typically expire w/person. Protecting brand investment and consumers? Benefits: nationwide right of priority, evidence of validity/exclusive ownership, right to police imports, incontestability after 5 years, symbolic benefits like ®. Wants to focus on the relevance of death.

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SpicyIP

JANUARY 2, 2022

The plaintiff was granted, through an agreement, an exclusive non-transferable, non-assignable license for selling, supplying, and distributing the defendant’s brands in domestic and international markets. If a sub-brand performs the function, as Asava possibly does in this case, it must be treated as a trademark.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JANUARY 28, 2022

For background, check out my post on the district court’s ruling here: “ Social Media Ownership Disputes Part II: Bridal Wear Company Takes Back Control of Instagram Account from Ex-Employee ”. It did not specifically address ownership of social media accounts. Gutman signed an employment agreement with JLM. This was erroneous.

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Traverse Legal Blog

APRIL 24, 2025

Unlike more traditional startups, AI companies often deal with a mix of complex IP rights, evolving data privacy regulations, and fast-moving ethical and compliance debates. Legal issues dont just affect your back officetheyre part of your product, your brand, and your investor story. Thats a step many early AI startups overlook.

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Traverse Legal Blog

APRIL 24, 2025

Your brand, your NFT art, your smart contractsthese are assets that need protection. Most clients underestimate the importance of establishing their brand as a critical aspect of market position and intellectual property value. Branding is a tremendous market barrier if done correctly. These are your website agreements.

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SpicyIP

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

The Reality Check : The Myth of Total Ownership : No one, be it a celebrity or a carpenter has a property right to extract and internalize the full value of their labour. Publicity rights are less about protecting vulnerable creators and more about extending the earning power of celebrity brands. This distinction is crucial.

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