Patently-O
OCTOBER 14, 2024
by Dennis Crouch OpenAI’s new patent pledge promises to use their patents only for defensive purposes, as long as other parties do not assert claims against them or engage in harmful activities. The move echoes Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s 2014 declaration that “all our patent … belong to you” – a pledge that garnered significant attention but left many questions unanswered.
Hugh Stephens Blog
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Image: Shutterstock (AI modified) Singapore already has one of the most permissive text and data mining (TDM) exceptions in copyright law found anywhere, allowing AI developers to ingest copyrighted content for AI training purposes subject only to a very few limitations, all of which are pretty minimal.
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Erik K Pelton
OCTOBER 15, 2024
The following is an edited transcript of Chapter 16 of my book video Building a Bold Brand: Monitoring for Infringers To maintain protection of a brand or a trademark, the owner must guard against unauthorized use or infringement. Doing nothing about a known infringement situation for a long period of time can lead to “laches,” a legal theory that could prevent you from later enforcing any rights you may have once had.
IP Watchdog
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Northwestern University sued vaccine maker Moderna, Inc. on Wednesday, October 16, in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware, alleging infringement of three patents the school says cover technology key to the delivery method for Moderna’s groundbreaking messenger-RNA (mRNA) COVID-19 vaccine. The complaint alleges that Northwestern inventors at the school’s International Institute for Nanotechnology (IIN) pioneered the technology for a “vehicle for delivering genetic code into a cel
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Software is complex, which makes threats to the software supply chain more real every day. 64% of organizations have been impacted by a software supply chain attack and 60% of data breaches are due to unpatched software vulnerabilities. In the U.S. alone, cyber losses totaled $10.3 billion in 2022. All of these stats beg the question, “Do you know what’s in your software?
TorrentFreak
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Popular Internet infrastructure service Cloudflare has come under pressure from copyright holders in recent years. The company offers its services to millions of customers including multinationals, governments, but also some of the world’s leading pirate sites. These pirate sites have proven to be quite a headache for Cloudflare. For example, rightsholders continue to complain that the company helps pirates conceal their hosting locations and identities, as was made clear again in recent submiss
Plagiarism Today
OCTOBER 17, 2024
A battle over the practice of skiplagging has created a bizarre copyright verdict that could impact the use of logos online. The post Skiplagged, American Airlines and a Bizarre Copyright Verdict appeared first on Plagiarism Today.
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IP Watchdog
OCTOBER 15, 2024
By now, most IP practitioners are familiar with the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in June 2023 in Jack Daniel’s Properties, Inc. v. VIP Products, Inc. The highly publicized ruling came after almost a decade of litigation between the parties over VIP’s “Bad Spaniels” parody dog toy designed to mimic a bottle of Jack Daniel’s. The ruling addressed VIP’s defenses to trademark infringement and trademark dilution.
TorrentFreak
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Under U.S. law, rightsholders have an option to identify alleged copyright infringers, without directly having to file a lawsuit. Instead, they can request a DMCA subpoena. These documents are typically signed by a court clerk and don’t require any judicial oversight. Specifically, they allow rightsholders to obtain the personal details of anonymous alleged infringers through third-party service providers.
Olartemoure Blog
OCTOBER 15, 2024
This initiative underscores the vital importance of collaboration between multiple agencies and countries. Since its inception, Operation 404 has become a success story in the global fight against online piracy. Previous phases have led to the blocking of thousands of illegal websites and apps, the execution of numerous search warrants, and the seizure of equipment used for cybercrimes.
Copyright Lately
OCTOBER 16, 2024
A Florida jury has handed 2 Live Crew a big win, allowing them to reclaim copyrights in classic rap tracks in a long-running legal battle with Lil’ Joe Records. BREAKING : A Miami federal jury on Wednesday cleared the way for famed hip-hop group 2 Live Crew to recapture ownership of their early 1990s music catalog, concluding a major copyright termination battle with Lil’ Joe Records.
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IP Watchdog
OCTOBER 14, 2024
This week on IPWatchdog Unleashed we have a special episode. At the end of September we held our annual all-topics conference, which we call IPWatchdog LIVE. This conference brings together some of the top thought leaders and newsmakers from the entire industry, with a variety of different backgrounds and people who focus on various different niche verticals within the IP community.
TorrentFreak
OCTOBER 13, 2024
Prosecutions of those involved in the sale of pirate IPTV subscriptions appear to be on the rise, not just in the UK, but also in the EU and beyond. Resources made available for these cases are in limited supply but by carefully selecting those with the best chance of success, there appears to be a high rate of conviction, despite attitudes to infringement differing in various regions.
Plagiarism Today
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Tenth Circuit revives baby doll case, German Supreme Court rules against photographer and Discord fights DMCA subpoena. The post 3 Count: Baby Blues appeared first on Plagiarism Today.
SpicyIP
OCTOBER 14, 2024
Here is our recap of last week’s top IP developments including summary of the posts on the lack of participation by academics in court proceedings, Patent Controller’s order on patent of addition, and Delhi High Court’s decision on latching and passing off. This and a lot more in this week’s SpicyIP Weekly Review. Anything we are missing out on?
JD Supra Law
OCTOBER 17, 2024
The recent surge of accessible generative AI (“GenAI”) tools has kept attorneys, particularly those in the intellectual property, technology, data privacy, and cybersecurity spaces, on their toes. Within the intellectual property community, there have been ongoing discussions, incremental resolutions, and evolving opinions. In this article, we will outline and summarize the current intellectual property legal landscape in the United States related to GenAI.
The IPKat
OCTOBER 14, 2024
The IPKat has received and is pleased to host the following guest contribution by Katfriend Lucius Klobučník (Aston University) on a recent decision of the Spanish Competition Authority regarding the compatibility of certain rates charged by collective management organizations (CMOs) with the prohibition of abuses of dominant position. Here’s what Lucius writes: Flat rates supported by clauses on universality of repertoire in contracts between CMOs and users are anti-competitive, says Spanish Co
Plagiarism Today
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Appeals court gives record companies a major win, delayed Indian film draw copyright lawsuit and fitness celebs settle part of their dispute. The post 3 Count: ISP Liability appeared first on Plagiarism Today.
IIPRD
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Introduction The gaming industry has experienced exceptional growth in recent years, embracing as a crucial position in the global marketplace. This noticeable surge brings with it both opportunities and challenges. This blog helps in understanding the multiple role that IPR plays in safeguarding the rights of gaming sector. Other than the legal framework, IPR also fosters creativity, innovation and stimulates competition within the gaming industry.
JD Supra Law
OCTOBER 16, 2024
Our current food system is facing a myriad of critical challenges. The United Nations predicts that the world population will reach 9.3 billion people by 2050, which means that we will need to produce 60% more food to feed the world in the next decades. Current food production processes are not up to the task, and furthermore, producing the amount of food needed using traditional farming practices will take a heavy toll on our natural resources and cause increased climate change.
TorrentFreak
OCTOBER 12, 2024
For well over a decade, Cuevana has been a dominant piracy streaming brand in Latin America. The original Cuevana site was founded by Argentine Tomas Escobar , who was an engineering student at the time. By offering a Netflix-type streaming experience, with a bigger catalog and without any subscription fees, the pirate service quickly took off. The Cuevana Whack-a-Mole It didn’t take long before rightsholders started to take notice of the millions of users flocking to the site.
IP Watchdog
OCTOBER 16, 2024
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit on Tuesday, October 15, ruled that a district court applied the wrong test for assessing personal jurisdiction in a case involving alleged counterfeit dolls being sold on Amazon. The U.S. District Court for the District of Utah denied a motion for default judgment filed by Utah-based Bountiful Baby, a maker of kits for creating “reborn dolls,” against two Chinese companies— Adolly US (AUS) and Reborn Doll Gallery (RDG)—that it claimed were selling
Erik K Pelton
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Want to learn more about trademark scams and how AI can assist you in your trademark practice? Erik shares details of 2 upcoming webinars in this episode. The post Two Upcoming Webinars with Erik appeared first on Erik M Pelton & Associates, PLLC.
JD Supra Law
OCTOBER 14, 2024
On October 3 and 4, the competition authorities of the G7, including the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Antitrust Division, participated in a summit on AI competition challenges. The summit culminated in the release of a Digital Competition Communique, outlining the authorities’ shared concerns about competition risks in the AI ecosystem and joint commitments around safeguarding and promoting competition in the ecosystem.
Copyright Alliance
OCTOBER 15, 2024
This week we’d like to introduce cartoonist and author Maryette Clement. Maryette’s book, The Teenyboppers #1, is available on Amazon. Be sure to also follow her on Instagram. What was the inspiration behind becoming a […] The post Creator Spotlight with Cartoonist Maryette Clement appeared first on Copyright Alliance.
IP Watchdog
OCTOBER 13, 2024
On October 8, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and attorneys general (AGs) from every U.S. state as well as the District of Columbia, Guam and Puerto Rico filed a proposed remedy framework in the federal antitrust lawsuit against Internet services giant Google currently ongoing in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. While the proposed remedies could change with further discovery, the framework includes several measures that would prohibit Google’s self-preferencing its sear
The Trichordist
OCTOBER 14, 2024
The fight over frozen mechanicals continues to pay off as songwriters log another cost of living increase for physical/downloads while streaming falls farther behind.
JD Supra Law
OCTOBER 18, 2024
What’s the Tea in L&E is a video series focused on the latest trends and updates in labor and employment law. In this segment, Woods Rogers Patent & Intellectual Property Attorney Tim Bechen joins the conversation with Leah Stiegler and Emily Kendall Chowhan. They discuss name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights for employees. Watch the latest episode to learn about the legal requirements to use photos or videos of your employees.
TorrentFreak
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Police and anti-piracy groups in the UK appear to be following through with a pledge to keep cracking down on those involved in the pirate IPTV ecosystem. Most arrests recently have targeted IPTV subscription resellers, i.e those who buy subscriptions and sell them on to friends, family, and increasingly anyone on social media, at a profit. A report from the Police Intellectual Property Crime Unit (PIPCU) at City of London Police suggests that a different type of player was targeted in an operat
IP Watchdog
OCTOBER 18, 2024
This week in Other Barks & Bites: OpenAI explains its defensive patent strategy in a short blog post; GlaxoSmithKline sues Moderna for patent infringement related to the COVID-19 vaccine; and patent offices from the European Union, Japan, and the United States meet to discuss collaborative strategies for sustainable innovation.
IP Law 360
OCTOBER 16, 2024
A Florida federal jury ruled Wednesday that the Miami rap group 2 Live Crew is entitled to the copyrights on dozens of songs, finding the group made a valid claim under a law that allows them to claw back ownership of their music after more than three decades.
JD Supra Law
OCTOBER 15, 2024
This article discusses the July 17, 2024 guidance issued by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) regarding the subject matter eligibility of patent claims involving artificial intelligence (“AI”). The guidance: (1) reaffirms that the existing patent eligibility guidance (“PEG”) framework applies to AI, (2) emphasizes the potential for “practical applications” of AI, and (3) provides Examples 47-49.
SpicyIP
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Breaking down the Delhi High Court’s recent order concerning goods of intimate nature (labelled as “Hush Products” by the Court), SpicyIP intern Bhuwan Sarine assesses the Court’s unique finding on likelihood of confusion in case of these products. Bhuwan is a third year B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) student at National Law School of India University, Bengaluru.
IP Watchdog
OCTOBER 15, 2024
There are two distinct procedures available to parties for resolving patent infringement matters in China: an administrative procedure before the IP office and a civil procedure before the courts. With the ongoing efforts of the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA), the regulation of patent infringement administrative procedures has become more comprehensive.
IP and Legal Filings
OCTOBER 18, 2024
Introduction The case revolved around the unauthorised use of the Infosys trademark by Southern Infosys Limited. The High Court of Delhi delivered its judgment on May 27, 2024. This is an important ruling that underscores the importance of trademark protection and issues of infringement. This case is a name closely similar to the well-known Infosys Limited.
JD Supra Law
OCTOBER 16, 2024
United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Director Kathi Vidal had a busy end to her summer, issuing six decisions as part of the Director Review process between July 10 and August 22. In the six decisions, the Director vacated four decisions denying institution, vacated one finding of adverse judgment, and generally upheld a grant of a motion for sanctions, modifying the order in part.
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