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Book review: Copyright in the street. An Oral History of Creative Processes in Street Art and Graffiti Subcultures

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However, readers seeking to understand the principles governing the application of copyright to this type of work will not be satisfied only with this book. This chapter reminds one that there is case law in which street artists and writers have asserted their moral rights. The same is for moral rights.

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A Brief Thematic Review of Non-Fungible Tokens and their Copyright

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The media industry as a whole encourages creativity and innovation, and copyright is crucial for digital media platforms. Media platforms, such as social media, are utilised to carry out their professional, commercial, and private functions. They serve as a medium for new ideas, images, and sounds.

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SpicyIP Weekly Review (July 5-11)

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I also point out that despite support from courts and the international front, the government is unlikely to antagonize pharma companies voluntarily aiding the Covid effort in the absence of absolutely dire circumstances. Vempati Ravi Shankar – Facebook Copyright Dispute: Issues on Moral Rights and Posthumous Enforcement of Celebrity Rights.

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Journey Through “Novembers” on SpicyIP (2005 – Present)

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Notably, Monsanto’s matter had several layers including the State Governments seeking to regulate IP licensing fees, and the Indian seed companies who previously licensed technology from Monsanto, refusing to pay royalties to Monsanto. However, the Government later withdrew these guidelines.

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SpicyIP Weekly Review (September 30-October 6)

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Samridhi Chugh explores the implications of this shift in government approach, its impact on curiosity-driven research and what India can learn from the world in forging successful industry-academia partnerships. Ratan Malkani v. Ashok Kumar and Ors. 9 in the present suit. 9 in the suit.

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Growth of Virtual Youtubers and IP Complications

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It varies from creating an alternate persona on a social media account to voicing an animated character in a movie. However, the conversation being considered as a contract between them was unclear regarding the IP rights. Introduction In the 21 st century, a virtual identity is not a new concept. 6] Stuart D. Levi & Alex B.

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SpicyIP Weekly Review (July 17- July 23)

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In this literature review cum blogpost, Yashna Walia looks through the various government policy documents on AI to see what they have to say about IP. Therefore, the court issued a permanent injunction against the defendant from using the mark or making any reference to the plaintiff’s product on any social media platform.