43(B)log

APRIL 29, 2024

The Cube file was provided under a Creative Commons, non-commercial, no derivatives license. Other defendants manufactured and sold the Cube with their unique branding through Kitchen Cube’s affiliate program. He could seek a remedy other than termination of the license, since the license didn’t exclude the right to seek damages.

False Advertising 59

False Advertising Advertising Advertising Copyright Infringement 59

Plagiarism Today

APRIL 13, 2022

Copyright Office, is primarily tasked with advising creators and helping them manage their rights. 3: Omi in a Hellcat Sued Again, This Time Over Pirate IPTV Brand ‘Reloaded’. Omi in a Hellcat rose to prominence and wealth by operating an illegal IPTV service that allowed subscribers access to copyright infringing material.

Branding 176

Branding Brands Branding Licensing 176

Plagiarism Today

JANUARY 11, 2023

1: Steely & Clevie Productions Take Reggaetón’s Biggest Hitmakers To Court For Copyright Infringement. 3: Zara Sues “Responsible” Brand Thilikó for “Passing Off” Zara Wares, Photos as its Own. The 3 Count Logo was created by Justin Goff and is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License.

Reporting 181

Reporting Plagiarism Branding Brands 181

TorrentFreak

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Lawsuits filed in the United States targeting pirate sites usually focus on breaches of copyright law, typically direct and secondary infringement, or violations of the DMCA, depending on individual circumstances. filed its complaint.

Copyright 112

Copyright Trademark Copyright Infringement Registration 112

Plagiarism Today

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

1: Sony Music Ends Copyright Fight with Gymshark Over Social Media Posts. First off today, Blake Brittain at Reuters reports that Sony Music and UK fitness apparel brand Gymshark have settled their lawsuit over Gymshark’s alleged use of Sony’s music in social media posts. Let me know via Twitter @plagiarismtoday.

Social Media 191

Social Media Music Settlement Plagiarism 191

Plagiarism Today

OCTOBER 12, 2022

In 2015, the National Music Publishers Association (NMPA) filed a lawsuit against Wolfgang’s Vault, alleging that the service did not have a license for the underlying compositions of the songs it streamed. In 2018, a judge agreed with that and ruled that Wolfgang’s Vault was infringing, but left the issue of damages up to a jury.

Licensing 169

Licensing Music Television Reporting 169

Plagiarism Today

MAY 5, 2022

In 2014, the estate attempted to file a notice of copyright termination with Authentic Brands to terminate a 1983 agreement that resulted in them obtaining rights to the song. As such, he is suing for copyright infringement, noting that the sample was not licensed. The lawsuit was filed by Bishop David P.

Licensing 185

Licensing Journalism Copyright Plagiarism 185

LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 3, 2021

Branding has become more important than ever, particularly in developing an online presence through search engines, various online platforms, and social media. Further, the rise of the “influencer” has opened additional opportunities to deliver brands and products to targeted demographics. Online Marketplace Protection.

Branding 52

Branding Brands Branding Intellectual Property 52

Plagiarism Today

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

They alleged that ISPs were not doing enough to stop piracy, most notably refusing to terminate accounts of repeat infringers and not responding adequately to copyright infringement notices. The 3 Count Logo was created by Justin Goff and is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License.

Settlement 175

Settlement Reporting Publishing Plagiarism 175

TorrentFreak

DECEMBER 15, 2023

District Court for the Eastern District of New York on Wednesday, the complaint speaks of a global pirate IPTV service variously branded as Glo TV, Rays IPTV, and Rays TV. “Rays markets and brands the Infringing Service as, alternatively, Glo TV, Rays IPTV, and Rays TV.

Cease and Desist 83

Cease and Desist Copyright Infringement Branding Brands 83

The IP Law Blog

MARCH 12, 2021

1:20-cv-4865-AKH), a photographer who licensed a photo that he took of Vergara walking onto the set of America’s Got Talent sued Vergara for copyright infringement after she reposted the photograph on her Instagram account to her 21.2 Sofia Vergara Enterprises, Inc. and Sofia Vergara (collectively, “Vergara”) (Docket No.

Copyright Infringement 52

Copyright Infringement Copyright Social Media Litigation 52

Technology & Marketing Law Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Last week, an Illinois jury awarded tattoo artist Catherine Alexander $3,750 in damages at the conclusion of a copyright infringement trial. This case is one of a spate of recent infringement claims brought against video-game makers over realistic depictions of tattooed athletes.

Blogging 134

Blogging Fair Use Copyright Infringement Copyright 134

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.

Intellectual Property 52

Intellectual Property Cease and Desist Copyright Law Music 52

TorrentFreak

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

It also owns many adult brands, such as Brazzers and Reality Kings, that charge for subscriptions. Over the years, the company has built an impressive library of over 40,000 registered copyright works. “The Defendant displayed full-length movies with no license and completely ignored takedown notices. million. .

Copyright Infringement 97

Copyright Infringement Copyright Contracts Copying 97

SpicyIP

MAY 1, 2023

Licensing of training datasets The licensing of datasets – for the concerned rights under Sec. 14 of the Copyright Act, 1957 (the Act), along with attribution seems like a possible solution that would address the concerns raised in the above cases. Her previous posts on the blog can be viewed here , here , here , here.

IP 129

IP Licensing Fair Use Moral Rights 129

IP and Legal Filings

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

The Trademarks Act 1999- The Act intends on protecting the name of the brand by registering the trade name of the brand, hence eliminating the possibility of any other person using it without facing consequences. Visibly, the most imitated brands around the world are Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Michael Kors, Coach, Nike, Rolex etc.

Designs 90

Designs Design Copyright Copyright Infringement 90

TorrentFreak

AUGUST 20, 2022

Whatever happens, the UFC can put any fighter in a videogame 5,000 years from now and still have permission to use their likeness, complete with licensed tattoos. The reasoning behind these perpetual licenses goes beyond the UFC’s desire to grab most of the money. If people want access to content, UFC will license it to them.

Fair Use 107

Fair Use Copyright Licensing Intellectual Property 107

TorrentFreak

MAY 13, 2023

It is now the most prevalent form of online music copyright infringement. While the industry group’s definition is broad enough to encompass all streaming services offering licensed content, a more specific description for the lion’s share of related piracy is carried out by people using YouTube-ripping tools.

Music 133

Music Branding Brands Branding 133

LexBlog IP

MARCH 7, 2022

However, as the platform becomes more popular, it opens its doors to a multitude of legal challenges with copyright infringement near the top of the list. TikTok’s intellectual property issues arise largely from the music and choreography on the platform, despite their attempts to mitigate copyright infringement.

Copyright 52

Copyright Social Media Music Copyright Infringement 52

TorrentFreak

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Copyright Infringement Lawsuit. “This site is stripped of all AATV branding and designed to appear like it sells VPN software to consumers,” the complaint notes, adding: “Defendants’ actions are consistent with an intent to operate the AATV service in covert manner because they know the service is illegal.”

Copyright Infringement 133

Copyright Infringement Licensing Copying Copyright 133

IP Tech Blog

OCTOBER 28, 2021

the user name and image, user caption, number of likes, and branding of the social media platform). Instagram, filed a complaint in the Northern District of California seeking class-wide relief against Instagram for inducing copyright infringement and for contributory copyright infringement and vicarious copyright infringement.

Social Media 120

Social Media Copyright Copyright Infringement Copying 120

IP Tech Blog

MARCH 29, 2022

Whilst the most recent UK Intellectual Property Office online copyright infringement tracker provides some grounds for optimism with overall levels of infringement in the last year falling by 2% compared with the previous four years, still some 23% of respondents had used illegal sources to access online content.

Branding 57

Branding Brands Branding Copyright 57

Traverse Legal Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Non fungible tokens (NFTs) , the latest vehicle for capturing, linking to and licensing intellectual property. That NFT can be transferred or licensed to subsequent NFT owners, all of which is recorded on the blockchain. . This post is going to discuss the defense of “Fair Use” to a copyright infringement lawsuit or threat letter.

Non-Fungible Tokens 40

Non-Fungible Tokens Fair Use Intellectual Property Copyright Infringement 40

IP and Legal Filings

JANUARY 31, 2023

[Image Sources : Istock] Metaverse- a Magnet to Fashion Brands Virtual worlds provide fashion brands with the opportunity to significantly cut down on the excessive resource consumption of lifestyle and create sustainability. Fashion brands are no strangers to the continuous fight against fake and counterfeit items in the real world.

Law 84

Law Branding Brands Branding 84

TorrentFreak

JUNE 16, 2023

In November 2018, DISH Network filed a copyright complaint against Jadoo TV, a distributor of self-branded set-top IPTV boxes and later various software apps. Section 501 , DISH filed claims for direct, contributory, and vicarious infringement. DISH also sued Jadoo TV CEO, Sajid Sohail. Alleging violations of 17 U.S.C.

Copyright Infringement 115

Copyright Infringement Copyright Branding Brands 115

Velocity of Content

MARCH 14, 2023

While the sharing of information with co-workers supports collaboration and drives innovation, the sharing of this content without first obtaining the necessary subscriptions, licenses, or permissions also carries enormous potential risk.

Copyright 98

Copyright Reporting Publishing Journalism 98

Olartemoure Blog

MAY 26, 2023

The report provides a spotlight on foreign countries and their laws, policies, and practices to provide adequate and effective IP protection and enforcement for inventors, creators, brands, manufacturers, and service providers.

Intellectual Property 52

Intellectual Property Inventor Reporting Copyright Infringement 52

Velocity of Content

APRIL 12, 2023

The more third-party published content is shared, the higher the risk of copyright infringement. Here are five things you can do: First, if you don’t have a copyright policy, CREATE one, or UPDATE your current one to reflect the way your organization works and shares information today – in person, fully remote, or hybrid.

Publishing 98

Publishing Reporting Copyright Infringement Copying 98

Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Revenue Generation: Through partnerships or licensing agreements, IPR enables startups to monetize from their innovations. Startups can create income streams without compromising their primary objectives by licensing their technology to other companies or industries.

Intellectual Property 58

Intellectual Property Invention IP Technology 58

LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Sony Music is accusing Gymshark of copyright infringement in using the label’s music in its ads without license, according to Reuters. Whatever cost they thought they might be saving in not paying licensing fees will have to be rendered many times over in legal costs.

Music 52

Music Social Media Licensing Copyright Infringement 52

LexBlog IP

MARCH 6, 2024

But a combination of federal copyright registration and state trademark registration for these goods and services may provide an opportunity for cannabis companies to protect the substantial investments made in their brands and offerings. THC uses its Copyrights and WHAM! A recent case in California, The Holding Company LLC v.

Intellectual Property 52

Intellectual Property Registration Trademark IP 52

TorrentFreak

DECEMBER 2, 2021

In pirate streaming, in part due to the way sites tend to copy each other’s branding, obvious long-standing players are less easy to identify. However, one platform that has stood the test of time is PrimeWire, which in one form or another has been around for perhaps eight years – even longer if its previous branding 1channel.ch

Advertising 124

Advertising Advertising Copying Copyright Infringement 124

SpicyIP

AUGUST 19, 2023

This becomes evident from the following amendments: Patents: Reduced penalty for failure to file or refusal to file Form 27 (working requirements) : As per Section 84(c), patents need to be ‘worked’ in India failing which competitors can obtain compulsory licenses to make and sell the patented invention.

Business 98

Business Licensing Copyright Government 98

IPilogue

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Netflix is now suing Bear and Barlow for stealing “ valuable intellectual property ” to build their global brand. The song writing duo seemed to have crossed the line when they began profiting off the Bridgerton brand. However, the defendants acted without considering Netflix’s intellectual property rights.

Social Media 105

Social Media Music Intellectual Property Content Creation 105

TorrentFreak

JUNE 9, 2023

billion users overall and around 120 million users active daily, YouTube is an entertainment powerhouse and a globally-recognized brand. A Public Invidious Instance The software is licensed under AGPL-3.0 ” Clients may not infringe copyrights or exploit copyright-infringing materials, Google adds. (

Privacy 136

Privacy Cease and Desist Advertising Advertising 136

The IPKat

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

However, the narrative and “reality” that we meet is usually based on sponsorships and paid collaborations with various brands trying to reach the consumers at any cost. Among other things, influencer marketing entails the issue of liability for potential copyright infringements. The issue was heard by a U.S.

Marketing 94

Marketing Marketing IP Music 94

LexBlog IP

MARCH 29, 2022

Whilst the most recent UK Intellectual Property Office online copyright infringement tracker provides some grounds for optimism with overall levels of infringement in the last year falling by 2% compared with the previous four years, still some 23% of respondents had used illegal sources to access online content.

Branding 52

Branding Brands Branding Intellectual Property 52