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Free Mickey? (Don’t Be Goofy)

LexBlog IP

January 1, 2024, brought numerous hangovers along with an unprecedented amount of media attention to intellectual property law. In spite of the differences, there is some overlap between copyrights and trademarks when it comes to images, designs, and logos based on animated characters.

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Role of Intellectual Property in Entertainment Industry

IIPRD

Introduction The media and entertainment industry is a broad and ever-evolving domain that includes several industries, including music, cinema, television, fashion, and more. In this sector, intellectual property (IP) regulations are essential for defending the rights of inventors, artists, and producers.

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SpicyIP Weekly Review (November 8-November 15)

SpicyIP

Call for Papers: NALSAR’s Indian Journal of Intellectual Property Law (IJIPL) Vol. Controller of Patents and Designs ( pdf ), was decided by the Delhi High Court and deals with issues pertaining to prior art and inventive step. Mahindra Roxor can face a permanent ban in the USA over design infringement.

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