IPilogue

MARCH 27, 2023

Every year on January 1, works protected under copyright law enter into the public domain due to their copyright protection expiring. Thus, as a new year approaches, those in the field of copyright look to see which works will expire at the end of the year. As a general rule in the U.S.,

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Plagiarism Today

JANUARY 3, 2022

First off today, Andrew Albanese at Publishers Weekly Reports that a collection of publishers and authors have secured a default judgement against a piracy service named KISS Library, this one awarding them $7.8 2: SoundExchange Royalties Dispute with Music Choice to be Referred to Copyright Royalty Board.

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Plagiarism Today

JANUARY 24, 2022

If you are new to copyright, there are many great guides on the internet, including this one here. However, for someone coming in with almost no understanding of how copyright works, it may not be the best place to begin. If your interest in copyright is more broad, you need to be aware of the copyright circulars published by the U.S.

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JD Supra Law

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

In the United States, an original work of authorship fixed in a tangible medium of expression (meaning the work can be communicated in a visual or audio form) is a protectable copyright. This means that the owner has the exclusive right to reproduce, adapt, publish, perform, and display the work. By: International Lawyers Network

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

We have recently published a white paper , authored by Julia Reda ( Gesellschaft für Freiheitsrechte ) and Paul Keller ( Open Future ) that proposes to build a public repository of Public Domain and openly licensed works.

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The IPKat

JANUARY 30, 2024

On 1st January every year we celebrate the array of works entering the public domain, as their copyright term expires. This year, entering the public domain [generally speaking] are copyright protected works created by people who died in 1953, for countries with a copyright term of life plus 70 years (e.g.,

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

APRIL 5, 2023

Opposing the claimants’ arguments, Ravensburger challenged the cross-border application of Italian law, alleging that the claims conflict with article 14 of Copyright Directive in the Digital Single Market (CDSM) Directive since they attempt to unlawfully impose property assertions on public domain works. 633/1941, l.

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Dear Rich IP Blog

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Can I list myself as the publisher? It would be improper to list yourself as the publisher of a public domain song (we assume that by "traditional" you're referring to PD music). However, you may be able to acquire copyright protection for your unique arrangements. You can't list yourself as the publisher.

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Dear Rich IP Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

The question is, when were they first published? I have two cases where they were published in book form in the 1990s, but those letters were copied from university libraries where apparently the originals are on display. According to your book, "publication" includes "offering for public display." Copyright Compendium.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

JUNE 14, 2023

At the same time, the Italian Ministry of Culture has published new “Guidelines for the determination of the minimum amounts of fees and charges for the concession of use of property handed over to state institutes and places of culture of the Ministry of Culture ( Ministerial Decree of April 11, 2023, No.

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 31, 2024

In the United States, an original work of authorship fixed in a tangible medium of expression (meaning the work can be communicated in a visual or audio form) is a protectable copyright. This means that the owner has the exclusive right to reproduce, adapt, publish, perform, and display the work.

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Dear Rich IP Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Is it still considered copyright infringement to use them? How do you tell if materials are public domain or fit under fair use? law, a copyright owner does not need to include a copyright notice on published works, nor does the owner need to post notices barring the use of the work. Citing the source.

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The IPKat

JULY 17, 2024

The IPKat has received and is pleased to host the following guest contribution by Katfriend Seun Lari-Williams , PhD researcher in the fields of copyright and dispute system design at the University of Antwerp, regarding copyright ownership of Nigeria’s re-adopted national anthem. Is the national anthem in the public domain?

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Copyright Lately

APRIL 30, 2021

Here’s why determining the copyright status of old foreign works can be a hellish undertaking. Scott-Giles’ “Upper Hell” illustration was first published in a 1949 U.K. Scott-Giles’ “Upper Hell” illustration was first published in a 1949 U.K. copyright law. Move over smiley face.

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Velocity of Content

MARCH 20, 2024

There are several factors that should be taken into consideration even when using public data: Nature of the Data Publicly available data can include a wide range of information, such as government datasets, publicly shared research data, research published under open access (OA) licenses, and datasets that fall within the public domain.

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Plagiarism Today

AUGUST 29, 2022

If you’re a researcher looking to publish your first article, one of the biggest choices that you will likely be confronted with is the choice of publishing in your work Open Access or going with a traditional, closed access publisher. How Traditional Publishing Works. Both have their advantages and disadvantages.

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Indiana Intellectual Property Law

OCTOBER 16, 2023

All the authors, composers, and directors of those pieces, along with others like them, wisely had their works copyrighted , giving them exclusive rights over how (and by whom) their work could be used.

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Dear Rich IP Blog

JUNE 19, 2021

Speaking of the public domain, the Public Domain Review has an informative essay (“ The Mark of the Beast ”) about the first anti-vaxxers Dear Rich: I wish to reproduce photographs from a website. It is almost certain that any pre-existing copyright on these photos, all taken before 1963, has lapsed.

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Plagiarism Today

MAY 16, 2022

1: Supreme Court Leaves in Place Circuit Split Regarding Approach for Assessing Substantial Similarity in Copyrighted Works. The case looked at whether You Raise Me Up was similar to a 1977 Icelandic song Söknuður , which is owned by Johannsongs-Publishing, Ltd. 3: ComicMix To Publish Lost Dr Seuss Stories, Out Of Copyright.

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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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The IPKat

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Here's what Jørgen writes: Universal Copyright Convention – RIP by Jørgen Blomqvist On December 9, 2021, WIPO announced that the Kingdom of Cambodia has joined the Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works, with effect from March 9, 2022.

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TorrentFreak

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Anne never saw her diary in printed form, as the first copies were published by her father Otto Frank in 1947. This organization now owns the copyrights, over which it works hard to maintain control. As a result, the copies published by the Dutch Anne Frank Stichting , are blocked for Dutch visitors.

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Plagiarism Today

MAY 18, 2022

These articles come from a variety of sources including publishing blogs , sites that help those that run churches and even sites that help photographers enforce their images. Though this doesn’t necessarily protect you, it does mean that the companies will not ignore copyright or other legal issues if it is brought to their attention.

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IP and Legal Filings

MAY 3, 2024

Fair use provides some exceptions to copyright protection, allowing limited use of copyrighted material without the permission of the copyright owner. Copyright Law Copy Right is a legal concept that gives creators exclusive rights over their original works and allows them to control the use and distribution of those works.

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Copyright Lately

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

A court win against the Internet Archive has publishers celebrating, but what does it mean for the future of public libraries and digital access? It’s a clear win for publishers, but for public libraries—and the millions who rely on them for access to digital books—the ruling may signal more troubling times ahead.

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Intepat

APRIL 18, 2022

Copyrights are a form of IPR that offers protection to a wide range of artistic and literary works of a creator. As the name suggests, copyright means the right to copy. According to the Copyright Act, of 1957, the creator gets the copyright automatically for any original work. Can all original works be copyrighted?

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Velocity of Content

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Where copyright protection begins and ends Employees consume and share copyrighted materials all day long. However, routine content exchanges such as sharing published reports, articles and other information found on the Web, have copyright implications, which can expose companies to a greater risk of infringement.

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Copyright Lately

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Here are some of the greatest copyright horror stories, featuring such classics as “Nightmare on Elm Street,” “Halloween,” “Dracula,” “Ghostbusters” and … a creepy McDonalds character? The only thing scarier than a slasher flick is a lawsuit. It’s Halloween time again!

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Corsearch

MARCH 13, 2023

The copyright for one of the first depictions of Mickey Mouse will expire in 2024. Copyright © Walt Disney Animation Studios Interestingly, Mickey started as a character known as “Oswald the Lucky Rabbit”. Copyright protection is usually granted for 95 years to works published between 1923 and 1977. Steamboat Willie.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

MAY 3, 2022

The University of Cyprus, together with the Horizon 2020 project reCreating Europe , funded by the European Commission, is conveying the conference “Rethinking copyright flexibilities”. The program will be published soon. copyright internal limits. copyright and the public domain. copyright internal limits.

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TorrentFreak

AUGUST 17, 2024

This applies to photographers, artists, music companies, journalists, and authors, some of whom formed groups to file copyright infringement lawsuits to protect their rights. Meanwhile, anti-piracy companies helped publishers to take the alleged rogue libraries offline to prevent further damage. Trial in Two years…?

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IP Law 360

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Comics creator Bill Willingham couldn't stand working with DC Comics any longer, so he released copyrights for one of his popular series into the public domain, a move that legal experts say is highly unorthodox but not surprising, given that publishers increasingly expect creators to relinquish their intellectual property rights.

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IPilogue

JANUARY 23, 2023

Huge changes have come to the Canadian Copyright Act. In late November of 2022, an Order in Council was signed to fix December 30, 2022 as the date on which Division 16 of Part 5 of the Copyright Act came into force. Works with copyright set to expire on or before December 30, 2022 will not be privy to the extended protection term.

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Dear Rich IP Blog

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

I'm in the process of publishing a book that will contain lots of images, mostly of artworks by one artist in particular. The artist is French, I am British, and my publisher is based in the U.S. The artist died over 70 years ago, and in Britain and Europe, his works are out of copyright. A work first published outside the U.S.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Part 1 of this post outlines the technology, its applications in the cultural heritage sector and the potential copyright implications. Part 2 discusses the relevant copyright exceptions and limitations that interfere with the development of AR experiences. Copyright implications of AR in the cultural heritage sector.

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Dear Rich IP Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2020

Dear Rich: I want to copyright a report I researched and wrote and hope to sell to a museum. When I tried to register my report at the Copyright Office, I was told that I could not claim copyright in the photos, only the text. These photos are in the public domain and free for anyone to copy. How do I do that?

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TorrentFreak

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Most of the top publications are monetized by major publishers, which means that they are locked behind a paywall. While many see this as a great feature, some academic publishers are not pleased with this activity. “[T]he demands by Elsevier and ACS resulted in the removal of around 200,000 public files.

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