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While search engines are extremely helpful for the average Internet user, copyright holders also see a massive downside. The fact that infringing sites show up in search results has become a source of frustration and Google has been asked to “do more” on several occasions. MORE
To help hundreds of millions of people find what they search for, Google has implemented some nifty features over the years. In addition to providing a list of web results, Google often shows related questions and popular topics, which should make it easier to discover new content. MORE
Native American people comprise a vibrant, rich, and diverse culture that stretches back more than 15,000 years. In honor of Native American History Month, our goal during the month of […]. The post Native American Heritage Month: Honoring a Diverse Culture appeared first on Copyright Alliance. MORE
"Judge Roberts, I remember Sputnik. I knew Sputnik. Sputnik was a friend of mine. Judge Roberts, the respondent’s system is no Sputnik.". The post Digital Analogy: Behind the Scenes of Aereo appeared first on LIKELIHOOD OF CONFUSION™. Humor Aereo Copyright Distribution of Content MORE
On December 2 at noon CET, CCC’s Chris Kenneally will moderate, “ Moving RROs Beyond Text ”, the third of three 60 minutes symposia programmed under the overall theme, Copyright & Collective Licensing: New Demands in the Decade, as part of the IFRRO International Conference. MORE
There is a split developing in the world over whether artificial intelligence software (AI) can be listed as an inventor on a patent application. A recent U.S. district court decision illustrates the consistent position taken in the U.S. MORE
Companies spend billions and invest heavily in technologies that offer greater telepresence and enable an individual’s digital life. Will humans interact with each other via avatars in a three-dimensional virtual space? MORE
Overview of the metaverse - Facebook’s recent re-branding to Meta1 has significantly increased interest in the “metaverse”. MORE
To protect copyright holders YouTube uses an advanced piracy recognition system that flags videos or music used on users’ channels without permission. MORE
A Sheppard Mullin trial team led by partners Brad Graveline and Laura Burson obtained one of the largest patent infringement damages awards against the United States of America for client SecurityPoint Holdings, Inc (SecurityPoint). MORE
by Dennis Crouch. In his 1967 Ruschig decision, Judge Rich applied a colorful woodsman metaphor to the written description requirement: It is an old custom in the woods to mark trails by making blaze marks on the trees. MORE
You should be able to easily answer these questions: . Crunch stays fit with his rebounder (a mini-trampoline). These already exist, but Crunch has designed a new model that includes a handle (for stability) and also a touchscreen control that can be used to stream audio/video instructions. These are shown in the figure below). MORE
[A little context: The public comments on the majors’ proposed settlement at the Copyright Royalty Board that freezes mechanical royalties on vinyl and CDs are again attracting… Read more "#FrozenMechanicals Take 2: @sealeinthedeal Finds Some Facts on the NMPA Tax Return and MOU FAQ". MORE
Apple (Supreme Court 2021). A new petition for certiorari asks the court whether Parker v. Flook , 437 U.S. 584 (1978) is still good law. Quick answer from Crouch: Yes, it is still good law. Flook is a divide-and-conquer case that looks a lot like the Alice test itself. MORE
A new podcast series, ‘Understanding IP Matters – From creator to entrepreneur’ is set to launch from the Center for Intellectual Property Understanding. ‘Understanding IP Continue reading. MORE
In the waning days of 2020 and in the heights of the COVID-19 pandemic, Congress passed the Trademark Modernization Act. MORE
Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) are on the rise; the number of newly declared patents per year has almost tripled over the past five years. There were 17,623 new declared patent families in 2020, compared to 6,457 in 2015 (see Figure 1). MORE
Over the years and due to their popularity and resilience, a number of pirate sites have become household names. The Pirate Bay is perhaps the most obvious example in the torrent space along with competitors RARBG and 1337x. MORE
Reading Time: 2 minutes. On November 30, 2021, the Ontario legislature passed Bill 27, the Working for Workers Act, 2021. One of the most significant aspects of the legislation is the addition of a new Part VII.0.1 MORE
Now online at Rebecca Tushnet, 106 Iowa L. Online 164 (2021) A brief response to Jorge Contreras, Sui-Genericide , 106 Iowa L. 1041 (2021), centering on genericity as normative construct. link]. my writings trademark MORE
The Court of Appeal (Arnold LJ, Laing LJ and Birss LJ) handed down its judgment in Thaler v Comptroller General of Patents Trade Marks And Designs on 21 September 2021. MORE
In a series of related inter partes review proceedings, the Patent Trial and Appeal Board recently granted a petitioner’s motion to strike the sworn affidavit of a witness who was unwilling to submit to cross-examination. MORE
Have any suggestions for the 3 Count? Let me know via Twitter @plagiarismtoday. 1: Instagram Once Again Seeks Dismissal of Derivative Liability Copyright Infringement Suit. MORE
In connection with his latest presentation at the recent INTA Annual Meeting, Ted Davis offered his " Annual Review of U.S. Federal Case Law and TTAB Developments." Thank you, Ted, for permitting me to post this link. MORE
by Dennis Crouch. Moderna Therapeutics v. Arbutus BioPharma (Fed. 2021) ( 20-1184 Decision ) ( 20-2329 Decision ). Arbutus owns several patents related to a lipid-based delivery system for nucleic-acid-based treatments. Patent 8,058,069 and 9,364,435 are the two at issue here. MORE
Have any suggestions for the 3 Count? Let me know via Twitter @plagiarismtoday. 1: Miramax Wins Lawsuit Over ‘Pulp Fiction’ Movie Poster. MORE
At EMP&A, we love good coffee. And we love coffee brand clients who have great trademarks to protect – a few of which are in the image here. The post Trademark protection: an energizing boost for your brand appeared first on Erik M Pelton & Associates, PLLC MORE
The following is an edited transcript of my video, The Trademark Protection Decathlon. One of the most intriguing events in the Olympics is the decathlon, at least from my perspective. MORE
Popular stream-ripping site Yout.com has fought legal disputes around the world , with mixed results. Most recently the site and its operator Johnathan Nader became the target of a criminal prosecution in Brazil , which resulted in the site being blocked. Yout.com vs. RIAA. MORE
We’re pleased to bring to you a post by Niharika Salar. Niharika is an Assistant Professor at the NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad. Is it Kurta? Is it a Kaftaan? It’s GUCCI: Why GUCCI May Not be Accountable This Time Too. Image from here. MORE
This year, The Pirate Bay officially reached adulthood, which is quite an achievement considering the immense legal pressure it has faced over the years. MORE
There are often warnings and red flags when dealing with trademark application filings at the US Patent and Trademark Office. In this episode Erik reveals five things he frequently sees in trademark applications that should raise a red flag, and how to avoid them. The post Red Flags for Any Trademark Application 🚩🚩🚩 appeared first on Erik M Pelton & Associates, PLLC. MORE
Beast, real name Jimmy Donaldson, is a YouTuber who has earned a reputation for his massive giveaways, massive projects and expensive stunts. However, one of his most recent videos has been drawing some criticism over allegations that it is plagiarizing its source material. MORE
Earlier this year, the Texas legislature enacted HB 20 , a blatant attempt to censor social media service. The Texas law emulated a similar Florida censorship law. In June, a Florida district court enjoined based on the First Amendment and Section 230. MORE
Earlier this year, Texas enacted a brazenly censorial #MAGA bill, HB 20. My blog post analyzing the law. The law goes into effect on December 2 if it’s not enjoined, so a court decision should come in the next few days (this morning, the court is hearing oral arguments). MORE
In the summer of 2019, the Covert Development and Disruption Team of the UK’s North West Regional Organised Crime Unit announced that a then 40-year-old man had been detained in Winsford, Cheshire, following a joint investigation with anti-piracy outfit Federation Against Copyright Theft. MORE
As previously reported, McHaffie J. MORE
Plagiarism Today
DECEMBER 1, 2021
Beast, real name Jimmy Donaldson, is a YouTuber who has earned a reputation for his massive giveaways, massive projects and expensive stunts. However, one of his most recent videos has been drawing some criticism over allegations that it is plagiarizing its source material.
Hugh Stephens Blog
DECEMBER 2, 2021
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Intellectual Property Law Blog
DECEMBER 1, 2021
A Sheppard Mullin trial team led by partners Brad Graveline and Laura Burson obtained one of the largest patent infringement damages awards against the United States of America for client SecurityPoint Holdings, Inc (SecurityPoint).
TorrentFreak
DECEMBER 2, 2021
To protect copyright holders YouTube uses an advanced piracy recognition system that flags videos or music used on users’ channels without permission.
JD Supra Law
DECEMBER 1, 2021
There is a split developing in the world over whether artificial intelligence software (AI) can be listed as an inventor on a patent application. A recent U.S. district court decision illustrates the consistent position taken in the U.S.
Plagiarism Today
DECEMBER 1, 2021
Have any suggestions for the 3 Count? Let me know via Twitter @plagiarismtoday. 1: Miramax Wins Lawsuit Over ‘Pulp Fiction’ Movie Poster.
Erik K Pelton
DECEMBER 2, 2021
At EMP&A, we love good coffee. And we love coffee brand clients who have great trademarks to protect – a few of which are in the image here. The post Trademark protection: an energizing boost for your brand appeared first on Erik M Pelton & Associates, PLLC
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TorrentFreak
NOVEMBER 28, 2021
This year, The Pirate Bay officially reached adulthood, which is quite an achievement considering the immense legal pressure it has faced over the years.
JD Supra Law
DECEMBER 2, 2021
Companies spend billions and invest heavily in technologies that offer greater telepresence and enable an individual’s digital life. Will humans interact with each other via avatars in a three-dimensional virtual space?
Plagiarism Today
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
Have any suggestions for the 3 Count? Let me know via Twitter @plagiarismtoday. 1: Instagram Once Again Seeks Dismissal of Derivative Liability Copyright Infringement Suit.
Erik K Pelton
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
The following is an edited transcript of my video, The Trademark Protection Decathlon. One of the most intriguing events in the Olympics is the decathlon, at least from my perspective.
Likelihood of Confusion
DECEMBER 1, 2021
"Judge Roberts, I remember Sputnik. I knew Sputnik. Sputnik was a friend of mine. Judge Roberts, the respondent’s system is no Sputnik.". The post Digital Analogy: Behind the Scenes of Aereo appeared first on LIKELIHOOD OF CONFUSION™. Humor Aereo Copyright Distribution of Content
TorrentFreak
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
While search engines are extremely helpful for the average Internet user, copyright holders also see a massive downside. The fact that infringing sites show up in search results has become a source of frustration and Google has been asked to “do more” on several occasions.
JD Supra Law
DECEMBER 3, 2021
In a series of related inter partes review proceedings, the Patent Trial and Appeal Board recently granted a petitioner’s motion to strike the sworn affidavit of a witness who was unwilling to submit to cross-examination.
IP Close Up
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
A new podcast series, ‘Understanding IP Matters – From creator to entrepreneur’ is set to launch from the Center for Intellectual Property Understanding. ‘Understanding IP Continue reading.
Technology & Marketing Law Blog
DECEMBER 2, 2021
Earlier this year, the Texas legislature enacted HB 20 , a blatant attempt to censor social media service. The Texas law emulated a similar Florida censorship law. In June, a Florida district court enjoined based on the First Amendment and Section 230.
Patently-O
DECEMBER 2, 2021
by Dennis Crouch. Moderna Therapeutics v. Arbutus BioPharma (Fed. 2021) ( 20-1184 Decision ) ( 20-2329 Decision ). Arbutus owns several patents related to a lipid-based delivery system for nucleic-acid-based treatments. Patent 8,058,069 and 9,364,435 are the two at issue here.
TorrentFreak
DECEMBER 1, 2021
In the summer of 2019, the Covert Development and Disruption Team of the UK’s North West Regional Organised Crime Unit announced that a then 40-year-old man had been detained in Winsford, Cheshire, following a joint investigation with anti-piracy outfit Federation Against Copyright Theft.
JD Supra Law
DECEMBER 3, 2021
In the waning days of 2020 and in the heights of the COVID-19 pandemic, Congress passed the Trademark Modernization Act.
Erik K Pelton
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
There are often warnings and red flags when dealing with trademark application filings at the US Patent and Trademark Office. In this episode Erik reveals five things he frequently sees in trademark applications that should raise a red flag, and how to avoid them. The post Red Flags for Any Trademark Application 🚩🚩🚩 appeared first on Erik M Pelton & Associates, PLLC.
Technology & Marketing Law Blog
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
Earlier this year, Texas enacted a brazenly censorial #MAGA bill, HB 20. My blog post analyzing the law. The law goes into effect on December 2 if it’s not enjoined, so a court decision should come in the next few days (this morning, the court is hearing oral arguments).
The TTABlog
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
In connection with his latest presentation at the recent INTA Annual Meeting, Ted Davis offered his " Annual Review of U.S. Federal Case Law and TTAB Developments." Thank you, Ted, for permitting me to post this link.
TorrentFreak
DECEMBER 3, 2021
Popular stream-ripping site Yout.com has fought legal disputes around the world , with mixed results. Most recently the site and its operator Johnathan Nader became the target of a criminal prosecution in Brazil , which resulted in the site being blocked. Yout.com vs. RIAA.
JD Supra Law
DECEMBER 1, 2021
Overview of the metaverse - Facebook’s recent re-branding to Meta1 has significantly increased interest in the “metaverse”.
Patently-O
DECEMBER 5, 2021
You should be able to easily answer these questions: . Crunch stays fit with his rebounder (a mini-trampoline). These already exist, but Crunch has designed a new model that includes a handle (for stability) and also a touchscreen control that can be used to stream audio/video instructions. These are shown in the figure below).
Velocity of Content
DECEMBER 1, 2021
On December 2 at noon CET, CCC’s Chris Kenneally will moderate, “ Moving RROs Beyond Text ”, the third of three 60 minutes symposia programmed under the overall theme, Copyright & Collective Licensing: New Demands in the Decade, as part of the IFRRO International Conference.
Nelligan Law
DECEMBER 2, 2021
Reading Time: 2 minutes. On November 30, 2021, the Ontario legislature passed Bill 27, the Working for Workers Act, 2021. One of the most significant aspects of the legislation is the addition of a new Part VII.0.1
TorrentFreak
DECEMBER 5, 2021
To help hundreds of millions of people find what they search for, Google has implemented some nifty features over the years. In addition to providing a list of web results, Google often shows related questions and popular topics, which should make it easier to discover new content.
JD Supra Law
DECEMBER 2, 2021
The Court of Appeal (Arnold LJ, Laing LJ and Birss LJ) handed down its judgment in Thaler v Comptroller General of Patents Trade Marks And Designs on 21 September 2021.
43(B)log
DECEMBER 2, 2021
Now online at Rebecca Tushnet, 106 Iowa L. Online 164 (2021) A brief response to Jorge Contreras, Sui-Genericide , 106 Iowa L. 1041 (2021), centering on genericity as normative construct. link]. my writings trademark
IP Watchdog
DECEMBER 3, 2021
Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) are on the rise; the number of newly declared patents per year has almost tripled over the past five years. There were 17,623 new declared patent families in 2020, compared to 6,457 in 2015 (see Figure 1).
The Trichordist
DECEMBER 1, 2021
[A little context: The public comments on the majors’ proposed settlement at the Copyright Royalty Board that freezes mechanical royalties on vinyl and CDs are again attracting… Read more "#FrozenMechanicals Take 2: @sealeinthedeal Finds Some Facts on the NMPA Tax Return and MOU FAQ".
TorrentFreak
DECEMBER 2, 2021
Over the years and due to their popularity and resilience, a number of pirate sites have become household names. The Pirate Bay is perhaps the most obvious example in the torrent space along with competitors RARBG and 1337x.
JD Supra Law
DECEMBER 2, 2021
As previously reported, McHaffie J.
Copyright Alliance
NOVEMBER 30, 2021
Native American people comprise a vibrant, rich, and diverse culture that stretches back more than 15,000 years. In honor of Native American History Month, our goal during the month of […]. The post Native American Heritage Month: Honoring a Diverse Culture appeared first on Copyright Alliance.
Patently-O
DECEMBER 2, 2021
Apple (Supreme Court 2021). A new petition for certiorari asks the court whether Parker v. Flook , 437 U.S. 584 (1978) is still good law. Quick answer from Crouch: Yes, it is still good law. Flook is a divide-and-conquer case that looks a lot like the Alice test itself.
SpicyIP
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
We’re pleased to bring to you a post by Niharika Salar. Niharika is an Assistant Professor at the NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad. Is it Kurta? Is it a Kaftaan? It’s GUCCI: Why GUCCI May Not be Accountable This Time Too. Image from here.
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