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“For Sale: This Article”: an overview of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and IP

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NFT stands for non-fungible token. Non-fungible basically means unique. By way of comparison, a $10 note is an example of a fungible asset, because it can be replaced with another $10 note, or two $5 notes. NFTs have a variety of uses which extend far beyond digital artwork. We’re glad you asked.

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A Year Since Hermès Verdict: The Tussle Between Trade Mark Rights and Artistic Freedom Continues

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Secondly, it refused to recognize those non fungible tokens as an ‘Art’ and held them disentitled for any protection under the ‘First Amendment’. References Adi Robertson, Quentin Taratino Settles NFT Lawsuit with Miramax, THE VERGE (Sep. The nine-person jury made two important observations. 09, 2022) [link] Jeremy S.

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[Guest post] The NFT Hermés Case: Mainly Relevant for Large Collection of NFTs

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the artwork linked to the NFT) representing Hermès Birkin although, in the Metabirkin collection and contrary to the physical Hermés product, the bags are depicted as fur-covered). Warhol was one of many pop artists who depicted branded products, and brands remain highly relevant to contemporary artists ”. Grimaldi case).

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NFTs and Copyright: Some Burning Issues

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The last couple of years has seen the emergence of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) as an important medium for the creation, sale and collection of art, with numerous instances of big money purchases of NFTs. Image by Riki32 via Pixabay. The communication to the public right.

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