SpicyIP

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

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. Copyright Infringement by Streaming Platforms: How does IPTV Smarters work? v IPTV Smarter Pro & Ors.

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IIPRD

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Introduction The media and entertainment industry is a broad and ever-evolving domain that includes several industries, including music, cinema, television, fashion, and more. In this sector, intellectual property (IP) regulations are essential for defending the rights of inventors, artists, and producers.

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TorrentFreak

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

3136-IX The reference to the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) concerns the WIPO Alert ‘blacklist’ , a centrally-maintained database of piracy platforms nominated by rightsholders in participating countries. Law of Ukraine No.

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SpicyIP

MARCH 11, 2025

Interestingly, the civil suit has been disposed of by the Madras High Court, holding that there is no copyright infringement, and the proceedings in the criminal case have been stayed. The Court was of the opinion that Tamilnadan failed to prove copyright infringement. But it may not be copyright infringement.

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The IPKat

DECEMBER 2, 2023

The Court clarified that Member States are not obliged to allow collective management organisations (CMOs) to bring, in their own name, actions for copyright infringement on behalf of the rightholders. In the national proceedings, a local CMO, Kopiosto, opposed an operator of cable television network, Telia.

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

DECEMBER 27, 2022

However, if such streaming of copyrighted music is done without obtaining license from the copyright holder, then it amounts to copyright infringement. Hence, licensed broadcasting of copyrighted music does not give rise to copyright infringement. In the case of Super Cassettes Industries Pvt.

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TorrentFreak

MARCH 25, 2024

Publishers Hachette, HarperCollins, John Wiley, and Penguin Random House filed a lawsuit, equating IA’s controlled digital lending (CDL) operation to copyright infringement. Earlier this year a New York federal court concluded that the library is indeed liable for copyright infringement. – Copyright Alliance.

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IPilogue

APRIL 12, 2022

While useful, they raise concerns of potential copyright infringement. Though national governments are attempting to address copyright risks, the internet goes beyond borders. This policy generates difficulties when interfering with domestic intellectual property laws in different regions.

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Kashishipr

JUNE 9, 2021

With the onset of the trend wherein users are gradually switching to online streaming to meet their music needs and discarding traditional methods such as radio, television, and music CDs, compulsory licensing for the internet was recognized as a key policy issue by the music industry last year.

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TorrentFreak

APRIL 7, 2024

CODA & MPA Officially Extend 10-Year Anti-Piracy Partnership On March 20, 2014, CODA and the Motion Picture Association (MPA) signed an agreement to develop new strategies to tackle online copyright infringement worldwide, and to strengthen their joint copyright protection activities. TMS ENTERTAINMENT CO., KODANSHA LTD.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

MAY 30, 2022

Remember the Fifth Circuit case from 2018 holding that a real restaurant’s name could infringe trademark rights in the name of a fictional restaurant from the TV show SpongeBob SquarePants, the Krusty Krab? The court then moves on to consider Viacom’s copyright infringement claim.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

DECEMBER 26, 2021

On the copyright side, the following concerning themes emerge: the use of copyright law to silence voice online, procedures in tackling copyright infringing content, as well as the Article 17 CDSM safeguards. European Union Intellectual Property Office, Report on Online Copyright Infringement in the EU.

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IPilogue

JULY 6, 2021

Here, Google appealed an order requiring it to globally de-index the websites of a company which, in breach of several court orders, unlawfully sells the intellectual property of another company. v Equustek Solutions Inc.

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Texas Intellectual Property Law Blog

JULY 30, 2020

Texas residents may have heard that a Massachusetts brewery is under pressure by Duke University to change its name over allegations that its name, Iron Duke, infringed on the university’s trademark. An attorney may help a company explore its legal options to protect its intellectual property.

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Texas Intellectual Property Law Blog

JULY 30, 2020

Texas residents may have heard that a Massachusetts brewery is under pressure by Duke University to change its name over allegations that its name, Iron Duke, infringed on the university’s trademark. An attorney may help a company explore its legal options to protect its intellectual property.

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TorrentFreak

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

ering them ‘free content,’ including the latest movies, music, and television shows. In 2014, a study conducted by the Industry Trust for Intellectual Property Awareness found that 90% of the most used film and TV piracy sites contained malware or credit card scams. 80%, 90%, or 100%?

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IP and Legal Filings

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Test of substantial similarity to determine copyright infringement for contemporary artworks. The test of substantial similarity is a standard that is used to determine if a party has infringed the rights of an artist. Sid & Marty Krofft Television Productions Inc. McDonald’s Corp.: McDonald’s Corp.

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TorrentFreak

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Cyberlocker and stream-ripping sites make available vast amounts of copyright protected film and television content for streaming and/or downloading, making millions in the process,” an MPA spokesperson comments. For example, the site has a detailed copyright policy and accepts DMCA takedown notices. Unclear Grounds.

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IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Additionally, the Covid-19 epidemic has sped up the process of digitization and renewed debate over online copyright. Through the Internet Protocol, the growing idea of intellectual property has successfully adapted the law over time to the online community. Image source: Freepic]. Introduction.

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Copyright Lately

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

Atari’s copyright infringement lawsuit against State Farm advances, underscoring the importance of careful clearance in advertising. On Friday, a Texas federal judge dismissed much of the case but kept Atari’s core copyright infringement claim in play. Conversely, in Ringgold v. The Bottom Line Atari Interactive v.

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Intellectual Property Brief

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

After losing a copyright infringement case in September against the four major television networks, the streaming service Locast agreed to pay $32 million for improperly retransmitting the networks’ broadcast content.

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BYU Copyright Blog

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Understandably, Carilius was displeased ,and the reaction led to this legal dispute centered around copyright infringement and reputational harm caused to Carilius. In its Complaint , Carilius alleges that the Universitys use of the quiz without permission violated their intellectual property rights under the Copyright Act of 1976.

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IP and Legal Filings

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

The fact that the media experience (whether in a book, film, video, game, or interactive television) depends on both the creator, whose rights are protected by copyright law, and the viewer, who brings their own personal vision to the character, has become increasingly important in the context of interactive technology and user-generated content.

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TorrentFreak

DECEMBER 14, 2023

House Committee Hearing on Piracy Yesterday, the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, and the Internet held a hearing on Digital Copyright Piracy. After more than forty countries around the world instituted site-blocking measures, including in Canada, U.S. ” Lieu asked.

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The IP Law Blog

AUGUST 17, 2023

By: Weintraub Tobin Summer Associate Josh Concepcion The Ninth Circuit recently revisited the issue of “embedding” content by a website and its implication for copyright infringement claims. On July 17, 2023, the Ninth Circuit issued its opinion in Hunley v. Aereo, Inc. ,

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IPilogue

MARCH 3, 2023

In Australia, unlicensed television shows, films, and music have seen a general decline since 2017, causing some to wonder why manga could be an exception. According to intellectual property experts, consumer convenience is likely driving these trends. billion US dollars in the same year.

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SpicyIP

MARCH 27, 2023

Other posts IP Financing in India – Part I: Perfection of Security and (Non) Registration of Copyright Despite the increasing importance of intellectual property in the modern economy, there is a surprising lack of attention given to IP financing in India. MSM Discovery Pvt. Vs. Star India (P) Ltd. &

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Copyright Lately

AUGUST 2, 2022

The full story behind Netflix’s copyright infringement lawsuit against Barlow & Bear, and why it’s actually a win for the fan fiction community. When it comes to copyright cases, Netflix has seen stranger things. We didn’t ask for permission to use their intellectual property.”.

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SpicyIP

JULY 26, 2021

IQuest Enterprises Private Limited , denied the plaintiff’s prayer to declare them to be the owner of satellite television rights of the Telugu feature film “PELLI KODUKU” and held the defendant to be the owner of such rights in light of an earlier assignment agreement. [July 19, 2021]. The Madras High Court in Sun TV Network Limited v.

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LexBlog IP

JUNE 28, 2022

Black Entertainment Television LLC. Plaintiff has adequately stated a claim for copyright infringement and may thus pursue discovery on this claim. From the decision: Defendants’ Motion to Dismiss Plaintiff’s Complaint. filed by BET Productions IV, LLC, ViacomCBS Inc.,

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Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

While these developments have certainly made our lives easier, it has also led to many concerns regarding intellectual property right protection. Given the fact that the copyright law was originally framed to protect literary and artistic works, it needs to be seen how much the law has evolved to grant protection to digitalized works.

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

However, commonly overlooked is the fact that the underlying image or media fragment in a meme is someone’s intellectual property, and thus subject to potential legal implications if used improperly. Chevaldina: Raanan Katz sued Irina Chevaldina for copyright infringement under 17 U.S.C. Proceed with caution!

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Indiana Intellectual Property Law

MAY 3, 2024

The lawsuit centers on allegations of unauthorized interception, receipt, and broadcast of a televised sporting event known as the Gervonta Davis v. Section 553 , which prohibit the unauthorized interception, receipt, and publication of communications, including television broadcasts. Section 605 and Title 47 U.S.C. Continue reading

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SpicyIP

AUGUST 26, 2024

With a passion for the dynamic intersection of law, media and technology, she is particularly interested in exploring intellectual property and tech policy. The case, on the whole, is emblematic of the novel modes of infringement that have fast-erupted in the age of the internet. Her previous post can be accessed here.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Recent appellate decisions in the United States have recognized expanded grounds for personal jurisdiction in cases of internet-based copyright infringements; divided on the extent to which the three-year statute of limitations limits damage recoveries; and increased the occasions for motions to dismiss on the ground of fair use.

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LexBlog IP

JULY 28, 2021

CBS Corporation, Brian Koppelman, David Levien, and Andrew Ross Sorkin, alleging copyright infringement over the hit Showtime television show Billions. In 2018, author and professional performance coach Denise Shull and The ReThink Group, Inc. Showtime Networks Inc.,

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IP and Legal Filings

MARCH 28, 2024

7] , the plaintiff filed a lawsuit alleging copyright infringement and requested the issuance of an interim injunction to prevent the defendant’s film “Mohenjo Daro” from being released. The shifting nature of cinematic intellectual property is shown by examples such as “Sholay Media and Entertainment v Parag M.

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