Intellectual Property Office Blog

APRIL 30, 2021

IP assets can also include innovative technology, know how, designs and secret recipes. You can learn more about IP rights with our IP Equip e-learning tool: four simple modules covering the basics of copyright, designs, trade marks and patents. Ensure that your IP ownership can be proved.

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The IPKat

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Corpus mysticum Vs. Corpus mechanicum We all know, and in particular the owners of paintings and other artworks should know, that the ownership of a material medium in which an original work, for example, a painting, has been incorporated, does not confer any copyright on such work. We will have to wait until the final judgment is issued.

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The IPKat

JANUARY 2, 2022

The analysis also referred to a pending case before the CJEU dealing with Community design law ( EUIPO v The KaiKai Company Jaeger Wichmann | C-382/21-P) and other EU trade mark cases from 2021. The author presents a case pending before the Supreme Court Patent that addresses this question ( Olaf Sööt Design, LLC v. Daktronics, Inc.,

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The IPKat

OCTOBER 22, 2024

While there was no dispute regarding the terms of copyright ownership, reproduction, and making available to the public, the German Supreme Court discussed the plaintiff’s implied consent. IP opportunities, events, and news Eleonora Rosati informed the readers about IP events and opportunities in the latest Saturday Sundries post.

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IIPRD

JANUARY 5, 2023

However, to a lesser extent, other IP laws like the Trademark Act and the Designs Act will also be important. A precise elucidation about the ownership of cinematographic films has been provided by Section 17 of The Copyright Act, 1957 Act. Who Owns What and Why.

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The IPKat

MARCH 12, 2024

Eleonora Rosati informed readers of the upcoming Fashion Law London event on AI in Fashion. The launch of ‘Le sac Swoosh’ (or ‘The Swoosh bag’) in February raised an eyebrow from art director and graphic designer Davide Perella, who shared his version of a concept Nike bag in 2020.

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The IPKat

MAY 5, 2023

According to the Trademarks, Patents and Designs Registry , one would receive an acknowledgement of filing of an application immediately upon making/filing an application for trade mark registration. not confer trade mark or copyright ownership of the work on such actor. Actors as performers do have performer's rights.)

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The IPKat

APRIL 19, 2023

Ownership of every name periodically expires and, at that point, anyone may freely claim it on Namecoin by re-registering the expired name. When a name expires, the original token attached to that name cannot be traded any longer but technically still exists in the blockchain. are applicable to it. are applicable to it.

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The IPKat

JULY 23, 2024

Tuesday Tiddlywinks Eleonora Rosati reported on various upcoming events and conferences in Bergen, Santiago de Chile, and London. Our Katfriend considered several aspects regarding copyright ownership. Marcel Pemsel explored the recent case I-20 U 291/22 on the design for the housing of a car key.

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The IPKat

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Related rights will only apply to video or audio, and, in any event, they are not universally recognized around the world. Unfair competition and trade secrets protection were never designed to address ownership issues. More generally, why copyright law cannot provide the solution is the topic for a separate post.

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Trademark and Copyright Law Blog

MARCH 11, 2021

T he creator of Donkey Kong, now-legendary game designer Shigeru Miyamoto , says he picked the name “Donkey Kong” because he wanted a name that conveyed the idea of a “stupid ape.”

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Copyright Lately

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

After over four years of litigation and five COVID-related continuances, it’s finally time for the main event. As the parties wait in their respective corners for the opening bell to ring, here’s what you need to know: Alexander Has Already Established Ownership and Copying. Skull arm design. Bible verse design.

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SpicyIP

MAY 18, 2022

As is being argued in the Nike case, it may also be argued that virtual goods are nothing but a representation / proof of ownership of a physical product. Dec 15, 2021.

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IPilogue

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Dorland will need to show: (1) ownership of a valid copyright, and (2) copying of constituent elements of the work that are original. The intriguing timeline of events surrounding the controversy has been followed closely by online writing communities, and the legal conclusion to the dispute by many others with bated breath.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

MARCH 6, 2022

Universal. * Two 512(f) Rulings Where The Litigants Dispute Copyright Ownership. * It Takes a Default Judgment to Win a 17 USC 512(f) Case–Automattic v. HSI. * Furniture Retailer Enjoined from Sending eBay VeRO Notices–Design Furnishings v. Klein. * 9th Circuit Sides With Fair Use in Dancing Baby Takedown Case–Lenz v.

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TorrentFreak

OCTOBER 4, 2022

As the archive copy of the Beyond Boundaries website on the Wayback Machine clearly shows in the footer, the site was created by web design/SEO company i New Media. However, we were surprised to learn that the company is also receiving backlinks from sites that appear to credit them for ownership of images they do not hold the rights to.

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IIPRD

MARCH 23, 2022

It should not consist of basic dance movements but have some level of uniqueness in order to prove the ownership. The methods can be protected under the Patents Laws and the dance costumes can be protected under the Design Laws. Exceptions. If in case the work of the creator is used for “fair use”, the creator cannot seek remedy.

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SpicyIP

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Since the commercialization of sporting events, the paradigm of fan-following has shifted towards individual players, instead of clubs or countries, which can be seen throughout the realm of different sports. Trends of player-oriented fan following – A propellor in warranting copyright protection . Concluding Remarks.

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LexBlog IP

APRIL 25, 2023

Presently, any person who sells the goodwill of a business or who disposes of their ownership interest or other specified assets in a business may agree with the buyer to refrain from competing in the geographic area in which the sale occurred.

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Trading Secrets

APRIL 25, 2023

Presently, any person who sells the goodwill of a business or who disposes of their ownership interest or other specified assets in a business may agree with the buyer to refrain from competing in the geographic area in which the sale occurred.

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SpicyIP

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

After an eventful week, here is our recap of its top IP developments. The Respondent operates his business through two incorporated entities and claims ownership of the trademark via the permitted use by the two incorporated entities.

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 30, 2023

[Delhi High Court] On May 23, the Delhi High Court passed an interesting jud gement on the issue of ownership of the copyright in a film screenplay and held that the copyright in the screenplay of the film ‘Nayak’, lay with Satyajit Ray and on his demise, with his son Sandip Ray and the Society for Preservation of Satyajit Ray Archives (SPSRA).

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

In this scenario, AI can change its behavior during operation to respond to unanticipated information or events. This is not to say that prompts should qualify as preparatory design work. If there is a further programming phase requiring creative choices there isn’t yet preparatory design work.

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LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

In the Complaint, Nike alleges that StockX has infringed nine of its sneaker designs to create a line of NFTs that are part of its collection that StockX has branded the “Vault.” It seems quite strange that the seller of an asset would maintain a right to simply revoke the buyer’s ownership.

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LexBlog IP

JULY 5, 2022

The next time you would like to protect the design on a T-shirt, the pattern of design on fabric, or a jewelry design, you should consider whether your work can be copyrighted. In the event that infringement occurs, a designer must show that the infringer copied the designers copyrighted work. [5]

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IP and Legal Filings

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Businesses regularly create articles, photographs, drawings, designs, models, websites, computer software, etc., Though your work is automatically protected by copyright the moment it is created, voluntary registration will provide proof of ownership, which can save you time and money in case of a dispute later on. Conclusion.

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IP and Legal Filings

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Virtual characters can play themed games, create original artwork, visit exhibition locations, shop for virtual clothing for their collections or gaming outfits, and partake in social events after arriving in “Gucci Town.” The general public could view the collection’s three-dimensional designs by scanning a QR code.

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SpicyIP

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

The event is organized by Inter-University Centre for IPR Studies (IUCIPRS), Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT), and Third World Network and the deadline for application is November 10. Avery Dennison Corporation vs Controller Of Patents And Designs on 4 November, 2022 (Delhi High Court). Defendant no.

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IP Tech Blog

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

This requires translating the complaint and related documents, delivering them to the foreign country’s designated “Central Authority,” and then waiting for that Central Authority to actually deliver the documents and confirm delivery to the plaintiff. These costs and delays often dissuade plaintiffs from ever bringing well-based claims.

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Patently-O

MAY 2, 2022

The proposal expressly stated that “ownership and title to the Equipment” would be conveyed. The district court found effectively that the equipment was being given away since the “the contract did not require Equilon to pay MCE anything in exchange for the system in the normal course of events.”

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SpicyIP

JULY 19, 2021

In the event of assignment of rights, any person wishing to legally record a film would have to additionally obtain written permission from the author aside from the permissions already needed from the present copyright owner. In a piece for Live Law, Eashan Ghosh critically analyses Section 22(4) of the Indian Designs Act, 2004.

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Intepat

JUNE 15, 2023

Copyright is a form of intellectual property law designed to safeguard original works of authorship including literary, dramatic, and artistic works such as computer software, novels, architecture etc. To enjoy these sets of rights the determination of authorship and ownership of the intellectual property is vital.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

4 of the Copyright Design and Patents Act 1988 ( CDPA ). Even if the Claimant’s garments had qualified for protection the Judge held that the Claimant had failed to demonstrate ownership and the infringement claim would have failed for that reason.

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LexBlog IP

APRIL 26, 2023

SBIR PRogram Benefits The SBIR program is designed to support small businesses in bringing innovative technologies to the market by funding research and development activities. Have at least 51% ownership and control by U.S. Be located in the United States. citizens or permanent residents.

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Garrigues Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2022

District Court for the Southern District of New York for designing, minting and offering handbags inspired by Hermès’ famous Birkin handbag, under the name “MetaBirkins”. In any event, the EUIPO has just ended the consultation phase for the new guidelines on trademark practice.

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

This requires translating the complaint and related documents, delivering them to the foreign country’s designated “Central Authority,” and then waiting for that Central Authority to actually deliver the documents and confirm delivery to the plaintiff. Jiaxing Micarose Trade Co. , This case thus represents a boon for U.S.-based

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Above the Fold

JULY 5, 2022

The next time you would like to protect the design on a T-shirt, the pattern of design on fabric, or a jewelry design, you should consider whether your work can be copyrighted. In the event that infringement occurs, a designer must show that the infringer copied the designers copyrighted work. [5]

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