Devdiscourse · 4dWAVES 2025 Panel Explores IP & Copyright in the Digital Era for Creators
The session was moderated by Shri Ameet Datta, a seasoned legal expert known for his advocacy on intellectual property and media law.
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Reuters on MSN.com · 6dUS trade agency adds Mexico to priority watch list over intellectual property
The U.S. Trade Representative's office on Tuesday placed Mexico on its priority watch list on intellectual property rights citing longstanding concerns over enforcement against trademark counterfeiting and protection of pharmaceutical-related IP.
Rolling Out · 2dBeyoncé faces legal battle over Cowboy Carter tour visuals
Beyoncé faces legal dispute with Sphere Entertainment Group over "Cowboy Carter" tour visuals showing her lifting the Las Vegas Sphere like a toy.
The Royal Gazette · 10dIsland highlights intellectual property rights
The Registry-General’s department has invited artists to join a public awareness campaign on intellectual property rights. They will share insights through short videos and written reflections on how
Hoodline · 7dPresident Trump Celebrates World Intellectual Property Day, Reaffirms U.S. Commitment to Technological Leadership
Trump proclaims April 26 as World Intellectual Property Day, highlighting the importance of protecting American innovation.
Ministry denies theft of NY designer’s intellectual property
You are abusing the IP rights of me, my brand ... the lack of comprehensive intellectual property laws and enforcement. Just recently, the Ministry of Home Affairs came under scrutiny for using ...
India Today on MSN.com · 5dUS puts India on watch list over IP rights enforcement, violations
The US has placed India on its 'Priority Watch List', citing concerns over India's intellectual property rights (IPR) protection and enforcement. The United States Trade Representative called India one of the world's most challenging economies regarding IP protection and enforcement.
Elon Musk, Jack Dorsey Call For Abolition Of All Intellectual Property Laws, Arguing There Are 'Much Greater Models To Pay Creators'
Dorsey’s and Musk’s recent comments are in line with their long-held views on intellectual property rights. Dorsey has been a vocal critic of IP laws, viewing them as barriers to innovation.
Ethiopian News Agency on MSN.com · 7dEthiopian Intellectual Property Authority Registers over 5,000 Intellectual Property Rights in One Year
The Ethiopian Intellectual Property Authority (EIPA) has announced that it registered and protected more than 5,000 intellectual property (IP) rights during the recently concluded fiscal year. The announcement coincided with Ethiopia’s celebration of the 23rd International Intellectual Property Day,
Jack Dorsey Says 'Abolish All Intellectual Property Laws' and Elon Musk Agrees
However, these approaches are only effective when they work within the framework of intellectual property rights rather than against it, and they rely on creators being able to choose whether or ...
The Tribune · 5dColloquium on music, intellectual property
The Centre for AI and Intellectual Property Rights & Centre for Business Law and Economics, Himachal Pradesh National Law University (HPNLU), Shimla organised a virtual colloquium on the theme “Music & Intellectual Property: Art & Innovation”.
The Economic Times on MSN.com · 5dUS watches India for alleged IP rights’ violations
The US on Tuesday again placed India on its ‘priority watch list’ stating that New Delhi remains one of the world’s most challenging major economies with respect to protection and enforcement of intellectual property (IP) rights.
The Indian Express · 6dUS faults India on weak intellectual property protection; domestic R&D spend remains low
Companies also continue to face uncertainty due to insufficient legal means to protect trade secrets in India, the USTR said, adding that “currently no civil or criminal laws in India specifically address the protection of trade secrets”.
Monitor · 8dMinister Mao urges artists to register their creatives to secure copy rights
Mr Mao emphasised that protecting creativity is vital for economic growth, cultural preservation, and personal expression
The Jakarta Post · 10dMinistry plans to give IP rights for ‘horeg’ sound system
The Law Ministry’s regional office in East Java argues that intellectual property rights can protect the horeg sound system, which was born out of the creative thought of the Indonesian people.
The New Indian Express on MSN.com · 6dU.S. again puts India on 'priority watch list' for alleged IP rights' violations
US places India on 'priority watch list' for intellectual property rights enforcement, raising concerns over progress and protection.
TMCnet · 9dJames E. Malackowski Recognized with the Highest Honor in Intellectual Property Licensing
The Licensing Executives Society International presents a Gold Medal to Ocean Tomo Co-founder James E. Malackowski.
Mangoceuticals Inc. Acquires Intellectual Property Assets from Smokeless Technology Corp. to Expand into Oral Pouch Delivery Market
our ability to protect intellectual property rights; our ability to attract and retain key personnel to manage our business effectively; and general consumer sentiment and economic conditions that ...
Philstar.com on MSN.com · 6dPhilippines still off US intellectual property watch list
For the 12th straight year, the Philippines has remained out of the United States’ list of countries with intellectual property rights enforcement concerns.
FinanzNachrichten.de · Apr 5, 2025USTR Releases Special 301 Report On Intellectual Property Protection And Enforcement
The Office of the United States Trade Representative has released its 2025 Special 301 Report on the adequacy and effectiveness of U.S. trading partners' protection and enforcement
Bernews · 9dBermuda Celebrates Intellectual Property Day
The Ministry of Economy and Labour is celebrating World Intellectual Property Day 2025 by highlighting the role of IP in empowering Bermuda’s music creators. A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of Economy and Labour is pleased to announce the participation of the Government of Bermuda’s Intellectual Property Office [IPO],
The Tribune · 8dRohtak varsity hosts event on intellectual property rights
Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU) celebrated World Intellectual Property (IP) Day on Saturday with an engaging discussion on the intersection of intellectual property rights (IPR) and the media industry.
NDTV · 5dUS Puts India On "Priority Watch List" For Alleged IP Rights Violations
The United States has placed India, along with China and Russia, on its "priority watchlist" of countries on its radar for deficiencies and violations of intellectual property rights (IPR).
Law.com · 7dPublisher Ziff Davis Sues OpenAI, Alleging Intellectual Property Violations
The latest IP suit against OpenAI accuses the company of copyright infringement, trademark dilution and related harms.
Politics.co.uk · 5dJames Frith: ‘AI and intellectual property — a pivotal moment for the UK’s creative industries’
There is no doubt that artificial intelligence will unlock huge gains in society, but behind AI models are massive datasets not built on transparency and trust, but on the unpaid labour of creators. Entire creations and careers are copied and remixed into data while the original human creator and rights owner is left out
JD Supra · 12dCelebrating World IP Day 2025: Music, Innovation, and Intellectual Property
Another year, another celebration of intellectual property (IP) on World IP Day. This time, the World Intellectual Property Organization is
Reuters · 4dIP Holding Companies: IP Protection and Enforcement
Companies must weigh the risks and benefits of using a holding company to manage their intellectual property (IP) portfolio, including considerations for the protection and enforcement of their patent,
Free Press Journal · 10dWorld Intellectual Property Day 2025: Everything To Know History, Significance, Date And More
World Intellectual Property Day is observed every year on April 26. This significant day is observed to learn about the role that intellectual property (IP) rights play in encouraging innovation and creativity. The day recognises the huge potential of young people to find new and better solutions that support the transition to a sustainable future.
China Daily · 11dBattle over content creation rights related to AI
In November 2023, Beijing Internet Court identified a picture, generated by the text-to-image software Stable Diffusion, as an artwork under copyright protection because of the originality and intellectual input of its human creator. It was the first verdict of its kind in China.
The Hans India · 9dCelebrating World Intellectual Property Day 2025: History, Significance, Theme, and More
World Intellectual Property Day 2025 celebrates creativity and innovation, emphasising IP rights' role in protecting artists and advancing society
Elon Musk, Jack Dorsey Call For Abolition Of All Intellectual Property Laws, Arguing There Are 'Much Greater Models To Pay Creators'
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla Inc. TSLA, and Jack Dorsey, co-founder of Twitter (currently X) as well as Square, now called Block Inc. XYZ, have ignited a debate over intellectual property rights.
The Hindu BusinessLine · 6dIndia yet again on US ‘priority watch’ list over IP rights challenges
India remains on USTR's 'priority watch' list for IP rights violations, facing challenges in protection and enforcement.
The Business Standard · 5dEffective copyright law needed to protect artists' creativity: Experts
In the absence of an effective digital copyright law in Bangladesh, many artists are being deprived of fair recognition and financial benefits for their creative work, leading to a loss of emerging talent and a stagnation of creativity,
Devdiscourse · 11dIndia's Patent Renaissance: Unprecedented Growth in Intellectual Property
In India, patent filings by startups and MSMEs escalated by 310% over five years. The National Intellectual Property Awareness Mission has educated millions on IP rights, while patent grants soared by 1,
Intellectual property is the secret sauce for a flourishing music industry
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JD Supra · 3dIntellectual Property Report May 2025
On April 18, 2025, the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit ("Federal Circuit") issued a significant decision in
The Business Journals · 4dWhy intellectual property law is crucial for innovation and economic growth
By granting creators and inventors exclusive rights to their work, IP laws provide a powerful incentive for individuals and businesses to invest in research and development.
Understanding IP Matters: When IP Rights Lose Their Property-Like Function Innovation Suffers
Some of the largest companies have invested substantial resources to change the rules of the game that govern bargaining over IP assets . This drives downward value of for all IP assets and ...
US trade agency adds Mexico to priority watch list over intellectual property
WASHINGTON, April 29 (Reuters) - The U.S. Trade Representative's office on Tuesday placed Mexico on its priority watch list on intellectual property rights citing longstanding concerns over ...
Ethiopia plans push in intellectual property rights
Amid rampant copyright infringements and low public awareness, Ethiopia is mulling further enhancements to its application of existing intellectual property rights (IPR) protection laws ...
Scottish Legal News · 7dAlastair Smith: The business of music and protecting musicians’ legal rights
In the wake of World Intellectual Property Day, Alastair Smith explores the crucial significance of intellectual property rights in protecting the creative work and ensuring the commercial success of musicians and composers.
The Jerusalem Post · 1dIntelligence, bits, and intellectual property: Music in the new era
As AI creates music like Sinatra, the challenge is protecting human creators while embracing AI as a tool. The solution lies in finding balance.
The Seattle Times · 10dIntellectual property violations threaten WA innovation
The U.S. Trade Representative's office has become increasingly permissive of foreign violations of U.S. innovators' intellectual property rights.
ZAWYA · 8dEmirates Reprographic Rights Management Association participates in shaping the future of intellectual property protection in Asia
This participation reflects the association’s commitment to strengthening its presence at both international and regional levels, and its keenness to stay abreast of the latest developments in the protection of reprographic and related rights.
Whither Intellectual Property rights?
But what does Studio Ghibli think of this? What do their animators think? Is it a tribute, or was the tonnes of content a form of plagiarism or Intellectual Property violation? What does it even mean to copy someone’s style? Some used more AIs to convert ...