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Japan’s Text and Data Mining (TDM) Copyright Exception for AI Training: A Needed and Welcome Clarification from the Responsible Agency

Hugh Stephens Blog

Image: iStock Japan has always been known for its strong creative sector and rich cultural output, from animé to manga to literature, music and film, and for its respect for intellectual property (IP) and the rights of creators.

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Authors Beware of This Scam Macmillian Website

Plagiarism Today

Authors are constantly being targeted by fake publisher scams. Here we break down one such site and explain what to look for. The post Authors Beware of This Scam Macmillian Website appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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How we stack up against others offering trademark services

Erik K Pelton

We recognize that business owners have a choice when it comes to protecting their brand and who they hire to work with them. We stack up differently against most others in the field of trademarks. To the best of our knowledge, no one else offers the same suite of characteristics that we have at EMP&A, see below: The post How we stack up against others offering trademark services appeared first on Erik M Pelton & Associates, PLLC.

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My Favorite Euphemisms for Plagiarism

Plagiarism Today

When retracting an article for plagiarism, many journals will bend over backwards to avoid saying the p-word. Here's some great examples. The post My Favorite Euphemisms for Plagiarism appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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Software Composition Analysis: The New Armor for Your Cybersecurity

Speaker: Blackberry, OSS Consultants, & Revenera

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?

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Skiplagged, American Airlines and a Bizarre Copyright Verdict

Plagiarism Today

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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The Weaponization of Plagiarism 

Plagiarism Today

Plagiarism has long been a powerful weapon in politics, however, now the weaponization of plagiarism is expanding and targeting new people. The post The Weaponization of Plagiarism appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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5 Takeaways from the Internet Archive Ruling

Plagiarism Today

Yesterday, the Internet Archive lost its appeal in its case against book publishers. Here's what you need to know. The post 5 Takeaways from the Internet Archive Ruling appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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The Dark Ages of Academic Plagiarism

Plagiarism Today

The modern history of plagiarism is dominated by the evolution of tech. However, there was one particularly dark time that's making a return. The post The Dark Ages of Academic Plagiarism appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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Why Thousands of Studies May Be in Copyright Limbo

Plagiarism Today

Thousands of open-access studies feature images that may have copyright restrictions. Here's how that happened. The post Why Thousands of Studies May Be in Copyright Limbo appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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Harvard President Claudine Gay Resigns

Plagiarism Today

Harvard President Claudine Gay has resigned her position following a month-long plagiarism scandal that could have easily been avoided. The post Harvard President Claudine Gay Resigns appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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IPO Diversity in Innovation Toolkit

Women and diverse employees have the technical skill and knowledge, yet their contributions are not patented at the same rate as those of their male counterparts.This toolkit can help organizations move the needle on achieving gender parity in innovation.

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Why Plagiarism Still Matters

Plagiarism Today

We've all been inundated with plagiarism stories. It can seem like plagiarism doesn't matter anymore. However, that's simply not true. The post Why Plagiarism Still Matters appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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Adobe’s Terms of Service Debacle

Plagiarism Today

Adobe users are in revolt over changes to the company's terms of service. But how bad are they should users be worried? The post Adobe’s Terms of Service Debacle appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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NASA: Copyright and Trademark in Space

Plagiarism Today

While it's well known that NASA images and videos are public domain, there are still some restrictions to be aware of before using them. The post NASA: Copyright and Trademark in Space appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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Why the Internet Archive Lost

Plagiarism Today

The Internet Archive's defeat is a blow to the organization So why did it lose? Who is to blame? The answer is very simple. The post Why the Internet Archive Lost appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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Copyright Claims Board Releases Key Statistics

Plagiarism Today

The Copyright Claims Board has released statistics about its first 1,000 cases. Here's what the numbers say. The post Copyright Claims Board Releases Key Statistics appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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Why The Holdovers is Not a Plagiarism

Plagiarism Today

Oscar-winning film The Holdovers is facing plagiarism allegations from another screenwriters. Here's why they don't hold up. The post Why The Holdovers is Not a Plagiarism appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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Does AI Replace Human Creators?

Plagiarism Today

A new study published in the Harvard Business Review examines the impact of AI systems on human creators. The answers are not encouraging. The post Does AI Replace Human Creators? appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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When Giants Wrestle, the Earth Moves (NYT v OpenAI/Microsoft)

Hugh Stephens Blog

Image:www.shutterstock.com There is no better way to start out the New Year, 2024, with a commentary on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and copyright. It was the big emerging issue in 2023 and is going to be even bigger in 2024.

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The Bizarre Case of the Serial Lit Mag Plagiarist

Plagiarism Today

Recently, pseudonymous author John Kucera has become the bane of literary magazine editors for his flagrant and ongoing plagiarism. The post The Bizarre Case of the Serial Lit Mag Plagiarist appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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Michigan State University Dean Accused of Plagiarism

Plagiarism Today

Jeraldo F.L. Jackson, the dean of Michigan State University's College of Education has been accused of plagiarism. The post Michigan State University Dean Accused of Plagiarism appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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Copyright, Trademark and Willy’s Chocolate Experience

Plagiarism Today

The recent "Glasgow Willy Wonka Event" may have launched a thousand memes. but it also raises some serious copyright and trademark issues. The post Copyright, Trademark and Willy’s Chocolate Experience appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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Why Amazon is Overrun with Plagiarism and AI Garbage

Plagiarism Today

Amazon is facing criticism over AI-generated spam ebooks being sold in the Kindle Store. However, the problem goes back at least 15 years. The post Why Amazon is Overrun with Plagiarism and AI Garbage appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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Copyright and Realistic Baby Dolls

Plagiarism Today

You can't copyright a baby, but as one company proves, you can copyright a very specific rendition of a baby, if the copy is close enough. The post Copyright and Realistic Baby Dolls appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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Stanford University Students Accused of Plagiarizing AI Model

Plagiarism Today

A team including Stanford undergrads have been accused of plagiarizing a Chinese company when creating their new AI system. The post Stanford University Students Accused of Plagiarizing AI Model appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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The Rise of AI Zombie Blogs

Plagiarism Today

After nearly a decade, The Unofficial Apple Weblog has returned to life. However, its inglorious return is as an AI-generated zombie. The post The Rise of AI Zombie Blogs appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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Why Plagiarizing Iron Maiden is a Really Bad Idea

Plagiarism Today

Rapper OsamaSon is facing a potential lawsuit after his album cover was too close to some famous Iron Maiden art. The post Why Plagiarizing Iron Maiden is a Really Bad Idea appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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NaNoWriMo’s Massive AI Blunder

Plagiarism Today

NaNoWriMo weighed in on artificial intelligence (AI) and authors, including their own leaders, are unhappy with the statement. Here's why. The post NaNoWriMo’s Massive AI Blunder appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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3 Count: King of Contracts

Plagiarism Today

UMG sues TuneCore for $500 million, Marcus King draws fire for photography contract and Google hits 10 billion DMCA URLs. The post 3 Count: King of Contracts appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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The Death of the Superhero Trademark

Plagiarism Today

The US Patent and Trademark Office has canceled Marvel and DC's trademark registrations related to the term superhero. Here's what it means. The post The Death of the Superhero Trademark appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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Why is There So Much Plagiarism Right Now?

Plagiarism Today

Plagiarism has been in the headlines more than ever before, but why does it feel like people are finding plagiarism everywhere they look? The post Why is There So Much Plagiarism Right Now? appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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How Pirates are Profiting from YouTube

Plagiarism Today

Recently, a slew of pirated films have been appearing on YouTube. The reason is simple: Money. Here's how the pirates are profiting. The post How Pirates are Profiting from YouTube appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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The Fight to Save the Photo Stealers Website

Plagiarism Today

Photo Stealers, a 12-year project to out photo thieves, is being sued for $100 million and was briefly closed by an angry photographer. The post The Fight to Save the Photo Stealers Website appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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Copyright and the Rankin/Bass Christmas Specials

Plagiarism Today

The Rankin/Bass holiday specials are a Christmas tradition. So who owns the copyright to these works? Also, is Rudolph public domain? The post Copyright and the Rankin/Bass Christmas Specials appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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How to Use Wikimedia Commons for Free & Legal Images

Plagiarism Today

When you're looking for images on a specific topic, Wikimedia Commons can be a godsend. Here's how to use it correct and safely. The post How to Use Wikimedia Commons for Free & Legal Images appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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The Server Test Suffers A Major Blow

Plagiarism Today

In May 2007, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals handed down one of the most important rulings in the history of the internet, the Perfect 10 v Google ruling. The ruling established the “server test,” which allowed sites to embed copyright-protected content without infringement. Since the site wasn’t hosting the content, it wasn’t responsible for … The post The Server Test Suffers A Major Blow appeared first on Plagiarism Today.