IPilogue

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Copyrighting a Meme. In Canada, copyright protection is afforded to every original literary, dramatic, musical, and artistic work that is fixed. Artistic Work. Memes that contain both artistic and literary components may comprise both an artistic and literary work: originality may exist in their combination.

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Copyright Artistic Work Copying Intellectual Property 89

IP and Legal Filings

JUNE 12, 2023

In relation to ‘Parodies’, since it is derived from the original work of another writer or artist, it is difficult to draw a line between creative criticism and imitation. Parody is often taken as a defence in trademark infringement suits. It has become a common to modify brand names, movie titles etc.

Copyright Law 81

Copyright Law Copyright Law Copyright Infringement 81

LexBlog IP

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Fashion Week season is the chance for fashion brands to show their flair and dynamism by launching new creations, ready to be devoured by buyers, influencers, journalists, consumers, and unfortunately, also by competitors. Fashion show: a work of art? Was it a tribute to Alexander McQueen or copyright infringement?

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IP Designs Design Copying 52

IP and Legal Filings

JULY 13, 2022

Rajnish Chibber , the court held that compilations are also copyrightable, following in the steps of SCOTUS. However, even then, the degree of novelty required in work was not so low as to allow everyone to get copyright protection for their artistic work. Copyright Act or Design Act?

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Copyright Artistic Work Designs Design 65

The IPKat

OCTOBER 27, 2021

The author argues that copyright holders would do well to heed this wisdom before entering into litigation, as exemplified by a recent decision from the Swedish Patent and Market Court in case PMT 2401-21. Brand] should always be placed on the bottom line on each roof tile.

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Cease and Desist Litigation Copyright Marketing 139

IIPRD

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

While trademarks protect movie titles, important characters, and other film components, copyright protects content from infringement and recognizes the rights of authors. But as the sector grows, so does the problem of intellectual property rights infringement, cybercrimes, copyright infringement , and trademark infringement.

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Intellectual Property Cease and Desist Copyright Law Music 52

IPilogue

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Unique identification is a valuable tool for the many luxury brands and auction houses that have started using the blockchain to sell or auction their products. Of course, unless waived by the artist, the moral rights associated with the artistic work remain with the artist. What about copyright infringement?

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Non-Fungible Tokens Art Moral Rights Copyright Infringement 111

IP and Legal Filings

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Due to the same reason, cyberspace can often become a breeding ground for IP infringement. Some of the most common types of IP infringements that occur in cyberspace include trademark, domain name, and copyright infringement. Instances of copyright infringement in the cyberspace. Image Source: gettyimages].

Copyright Infringement 70

Copyright Infringement Business Copyright Trademark 70

IP and Legal Filings

MAY 30, 2022

Copyright is a crucial right endowed to the formers of any artistic work, it needs to be protected by a process named ‘copyright violation’ which encroaches upon the exclusive rights given to the copyright holder. WHY IS BRAND VIOLATION DANGEROUS? TYPES OF COPYRIGHT VIOLATION. Modak and Ors.

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Copyright Branding Brands Branding 59

Kashishipr

MARCH 16, 2022

In this article, we will be throwing light on the 03 most common forms of IP, including trademarks, copyright, and patents, along with the different and varying levels of protection that they offer. Trademarks. In the present digital era, a significant amount of content is freely available on the internet for anyone and everyone to use.

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IP Invention Intellectual Property Registering Trademarks 98

The IPKat

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

The Court of Appeal’s considerations The Court of Appeal adopted the 2 issues for determination submitted by the Appellant, which related to: appropriate defendant in photography-related copyright infringement cases and image rights cases (i.e. VMNL) or both that person and their licensee (i.e. VMNL and the Respondent in the appeal).

Ownership 91

Ownership Artistic Work Contracts Copyright 91

Corsearch

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Brands are often targeted by bad actors looking to make a quick profit by stealing intellectual property and exploiting consumers. In this guide, we walk through the manual steps you can take to remove counterfeits and other infringements from both the most prominent global marketplaces and the regional powerhouses.

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Branding Brands Branding Intellectual Property 59

The IPKat

MAY 2, 2023

Background The dispute took off in 2022, when Lidl accused Tesco of trade mark and copyright infringement coupled together with an alleged claim of passing off. However, this argument did not satisfy the Court, which on the contrary, specified that it was those characteristics that are specific to Lidl’s brand.

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Artistic Work Registration Copyright Copyright Infringement 91

Kluwer Copyright Blog

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Trade mark infringement – Lidl’s trade mark for the Lidl logo was infringed by Tesco’s Clubcard Price(s) signs, which took unfair advantage of Lidl’s reputation for low prices and damaged the distinctive character of Lidl’s logo. Another example of a “discounter” supermarket is Aldi. Here, it was arguably both.

Copyright 60

Copyright Copying Branding Brands 60

Traverse Legal Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Can you and should you copyright and/or trademark your unique asset before adding it to the blockchain as an NFT? How are Copyrights Used? Your work is protected by copyright law from the moment it is “created and fixed in a tangible form that it is perceptible either directly or with the aid of a machine or device”.

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Non-Fungible Tokens Copyright Law Trademark Copyright 49

Art Law Journal

JUNE 30, 2022

Copyright is the type of Intellectual Property most often associated with artistic works like fine art, movies, or books. Copyright only protects: original works of authorship fixed in a tangible medium. How do I get a Copyright? To see more on the benefits of copyright registration, see Stop, Thief!

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Intellectual Property Invention Intellectual Property Law Design Patent 67

IP and Legal Filings

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

Once a work is created, in most cases, the creator will automatically enjoy copyright protection in all 164 member countries of the Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works including all European Union countries and China. Voluntary registration for your copyright is available in China.

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Copyright Fair Use Registration Ownership 52

Art Law Journal

JUNE 30, 2022

At a fundamental level, each type of Intellectual Property focuses on a different creative work: copyright protects visual art and writings, trademark protects the names, symbols, or slogans for products or services, and patent protects inventions. Copyright only protects: original works of authorship fixed in a tangible medium.

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Intellectual Property IP Invention Designs 52

SpicyIP

AUGUST 2, 2021

Fonts and Typefaces: Are they Copyrightable? In a guest post , Shivam Kaushik discusses the copyrightability of fonts and typefaces from an artistic work perspective under the Copyright Act, 1957. The US Senate Judiciary Committee discussed four bills aimed at reducing drug prices for consumers.

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Reporting Designs Design Copyright 116

SpicyIP

DECEMBER 24, 2023

on December 20, 2023(Delhi High Court) Image from here The Plaintiff owned 5 Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) relating to wireless communication technology which the Defendants were allegedly using in their mobile phones being sold under the brand name of OnePlus without the license to do so. . & Ors. Pharmacyclics LLC & Anr.

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Registration Trademark Copyright Registering Trademarks 52

IP Whiteboard

JUNE 7, 2021

Copyright is a bundle of exclusive rights that protects original expression if that expression is in a material or tangible form. Multiple pieces of copyright material may exist in a single digital work. Trade marks are typically associated with a brand and may include brand names, slogans and logos.

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Non-Fungible Tokens IP Cease and Desist Ownership 40