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The Coming Copyright/Trademark Storm for NFTs

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The same day that the RIAA sent its cease and deist letter to Hitpiece, Nike filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against reseller StockX over Nike-themed NFTs. The biggest is how copyright law will apply to marketplaces like OpenSea. The post The Coming Copyright/Trademark Storm for NFTs appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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Parody under the Copyright Law

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Parody is often taken as a defence in trademark infringement suits. and will it amount to trademark infringement? This issue was addressed in TATA case by in which the primary issue before the court regarded a violation under the Trademark Act. Tata filed a petition for defamation and trademark infringement, and sought damages.

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The Case of the Knock-Off Cookbook

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The post The Case of the Knock-Off Cookbook appeared first on Plagiarism Today. Cookbook author Joanne Lee Molinaro highlighted a copycat cookbook that has raised new questions about imitation in publishing.

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3 Count: Post-Post Malone

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2: Morocco Pledges to Strengthen Copyright Law Under New Bill. Copyright Office, is primarily tasked with advising creators and helping them manage their rights. Omi in a Hellcat rose to prominence and wealth by operating an illegal IPTV service that allowed subscribers access to copyright infringing material.

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3 Count: Unlive PD

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However, A&E contends that the new series is an infringement of Live PD and, as such, are suing for both copyright and trademark violations. 2: HC Directs Telegram to Disclose Details of Channels Violating Copyright Law. The post 3 Count: Unlive PD appeared first on Plagiarism Today.

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How to Defeat an AI-Powered DMCA Scam

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The fake lawyer identifies herself as a trademark attorney, but is handling a copyright issue. So be careful out there, be aware that this is happening and be careful not to panic when you receive a claim of copyright infringement, it’s quite possible that it’s just a scammer wanting you to link them or give them money.

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Is the Grinch Slasher Film a Protected Parody?

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Parody has strong protection under both trademark and copyright law, and the risks associated with targeting such parodies are seen as greatly outweighing the possible gains. appeared first on Plagiarism Today. Simply put, lawsuits against such films are an expensive proposition with a limited chance of success.