The IPKat

MARCH 29, 2024

On 29 February 2024, the UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) released a report on “ Emerging public perceptions of intellectual property in UK media ” authored by fellow Kat Hayleigh Bosher. Comment The power of social media is constantly increasing and has an incredible impact on the perception of IP rights.

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JD Supra Law

MARCH 27, 2024

With 2024 underway, our team highlights 10 of the most pressing legal issues facing the media and entertainment industry this year.

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Michael Geist

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

The proverbial ink is barely dry on the disastrous Bill C-18, yet the Canadian media lobby has already moved onto the next targets for government funding, grants, and tax reform. The post More Free Money: Media Lobby Campaigning For Even More Government Funding, Grants and Tax Reform appeared first on Michael Geist.

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Copyright Alliance

JUNE 20, 2023

This week we’d like to introduce you to mixed media artist Demetri Broxton. Demetri is of Creole and Filipino heritage whose work is often inspired by “his connection to the […] The post Creator Spotlight with Mixed Media Artist Demetri Broxton appeared first on Copyright Alliance.

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Michael Geist

OCTOBER 5, 2023

The Canadian government plans to regulate the use of artificial intelligence in search results and when used to prioritize the display of content on search engines and social media services. AI is widely used by both search and social media for a range of purpose that do not involve ChatGPT-style generative AI. on the issue.

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Erik K Pelton

AUGUST 30, 2021

On social media these days, much of the content and the news that I see relates to influencers. The post Social media ‘influencers’ are often lacking trademark protection appeared first on Erik M Pelton & Associates, PLLC. The following is a transcript of my video Influencers Need Trademark Protection Too.

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Likelihood of Confusion

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Now, as reported in the Las Vegas Sun, on behalf of the Media Bloggers Association I’ve helped write something that. The post Righthaven – Media Bloggers Association files amicus brief appeared first on LIKELIHOOD OF CONFUSION™. I’ve written a little bit about the Righthaven lawsuits before.

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TorrentFreak

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Plex is a multifunctional media software and service that allows users to easily access all their entertainment in one place. The technology itself is content-neutral and can be used for good, such as curating home videos or enriching purchased media with metadata. It contains my music library. It has no pirated material.

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JD Supra Law

MARCH 19, 2024

In this episode, partner Melissa Landau Steinman talks to host Shahin Rothermel about social media, influencers, and endorsements. Listen to Episode 8 of our podcast, the Ad Law Tool Kit Show. Check out the episode. By: Venable LLP

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IP Watchdog

APRIL 13, 2022

All things in Washington are driven by money, media and votes. Since no mortal can compete with Big Tech’s big bucks and their control of social media, and the media in general, the only lever remaining is delivering votes back home, or more importantly, delivering those votes to candidates who commit to supporting HR 5874.

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Patently-O

MARCH 16, 2024

This recent decision from the Supreme Court case grapples with the issue of when a public official’s social media activity constitutes state action for purposes of a First Amendment claim under 42 U.S.C. I’ve been following the case as part of my work on internet and media law issues.

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The Illusion of More

OCTOBER 13, 2023

these days; and after my own party botched the budget/Speaker crisis […] The post Does Social Media Make Leadership Impossible? The irony may be cited to describe the state of political leadership in the U.S. appeared first on The Illusion of More.

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JD Supra Law

APRIL 5, 2024

Navigating the Legal Risks for Brands in Social Media Marketing - Part 1 Delve into the legal terrain of influencer marketing from IP infringement risks to FTC guidelines compliance.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JANUARY 15, 2024

” BBC : Facebook’s growth not linked to psychological harm, study finds * Science : How do social media feed algorithms affect attitudes and behavior in an election campaign? Plaintiffs have not submitted the Resort’s pages on third-party travel websites or presented social media posts. Kallinen v.

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IIPRD

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Introduction What separates long-established print and electronic media from social media is that it comes along with a bunch of techniques for its usage. These are tools that shaped social media to be more significant than the long-established medias. As a result, it is crucial to learn how to safeguard IP.

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JD Supra Law

APRIL 5, 2024

Navigating the Legal Risks for Brands in Social Media Marketing - Part 1 Delve into the legal terrain of influencer marketing from IP infringement risks to FTC guidelines compliance.

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Michael Geist

JANUARY 10, 2024

In response to the public criticism of the bill, Senator Julie Miville-Duchêne has suggested that concerns about it extending to general purpose social media sites is overstated since the intent is to target adult content sites. The post Site Blocking and Age Verification for Twitter, Instagram, Snap and Twitch?:

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IP Law 360

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Gutman — which held that ownership of social media accounts must be resolved using traditional property law analysis — will guide employers and employees alike in future cases, and underscores the importance of express agreements in establishing ownership of social media accounts, says Joshua Glasgow at Phillips Lytle.

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TorrentFreak

APRIL 26, 2023

Social Media Piracy Panel To help with this ongoing process, Danish anti-piracy group Rights Alliance plans to involve youth directly. “We want to know more about young people’s ways of being and behaving on social media – and online in general. Online piracy remains a major challenge in Denmark.

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Hugh Stephens Blog

AUGUST 2, 2022

Canada … Continue reading "Connecting Online Platform Audiences to News Media Content: Is There A “Missing Link”? " Australia has already taken action, successfully.

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TorrentFreak

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

After giving Android streaming apps the same treatment, recent claims in the media that ‘ illegal streaming detector cars ‘ have been deployed on the streets of Britain are depressing. So what should the media do? We certainly tried, but it only made things worse. They also highlight a continuing theme.

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Barry Sookman

JUNE 6, 2022

Bell Media Inc. In the recent ruling, Rogers Media Inc et al v John Doe 1 et al 2022 FC 775, the Federal Court issued a dynamic blocking order to require Canada’s leading ISPs to block access to streaming servers that provide unauthorized streams of NHL games in real time.

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Art Law Journal

AUGUST 14, 2023

Explore the undeniable impact of social media for artists. Dive deep into advanced tactics that blend artistry with digital strategies, all rooted in human psychology. Discover how artists can elevate their online presence, resonate with their audience, and leave an indelible mark in the digital gallery of the world.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JANUARY 24, 2024

The last time we blogged this case , the district court had sided with JLM, initially restricting Gutman’s use of the social media accounts and then awarding control over the accounts to JLM. What does a 200+ year old fox have to say about who owns social media accounts?). This includes determining the original owner.”

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IP Watchdog

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Following Elon Musk’s bold rebrand of social media platform Twitter, the many lawsuits that have been expected have begun to roll in. In what is said to be the first, X Social Media, LLC has filed suit in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida, charging Musk’s X Corp.

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Hugh Stephens Blog

JULY 25, 2022

As first Australia, and now Canada (and the UK) implement legislation to stanch the bleeding of revenues from the traditional media sector to the major online platforms, a development that has resulted in the hollowing out of journalism as the platforms use the aggregation of media content produced by others to help attract and retain … Continue (..)

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JD Supra Law

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

With the start of the new year, the ArentFox Schiff Media & Entertainment Industry team reviews 10 of the most pressing legal issues for companies in 2023. Sweeping Impact of Generative AI - The gale wind roaring into 2023 for the entertainment industry (and others) is generative artificial intelligence (AI). By: ArentFox Schiff

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Copyright Alliance

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

The last thing anyone wants to do on social media is to get into trouble. But trouble on social media can come from more than just cringey or offensive posts. […]. The post Top 5 Fair Use Myths on Social Media appeared first on Copyright Alliance.

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JD Supra Law

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Stallard (dba Osgoode Media) that Osgoode Media could not register the image of a character as a trademark in connection with a video game. The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) recently ruled in In re Joseph A. However, this does not mean the image of a character can never be eligible for trademark protection.

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IP Law 360

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The social media influencer facing a $150 million defamation lawsuit claiming he misrepresented an ex-Greenberg Traurig LLP attorney's nightmarish divorce can breathe a sigh of relief — for now — as a Florida federal judge tossed the suit due to its drafting, but said most of it can proceed if refiled properly.

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McBayer IP Blog

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Posted In copyright , Intellectual Property , Name, Image, and Likeness , Social Media Big business owners, small business owners, entrepreneurs, and influencers are all looking for boosts to their reputations that drive traffic and revenue their way.

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Velocity of Content

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

To see into the future of media, exit Interstate 81 in Syracuse, New York, and head to the S. Media-Nxt, The Future of Media is an annual report on media technology, researched and written by those Syracuse students working with Sean Branagan , Director of the Center for Digital Media Entrepreneurship at the Newhouse School.

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JD Supra Law

AUGUST 18, 2023

Social media continues to grow at an extraordinary pace. Companies regularly introduce new social media platforms to the marketplace and seek new ways to utilize such platforms to advance their businesses.

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Intellectual Property Law Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2023

This case addresses whether patents relating to methods and systems for connecting users based on their answers to polling questions claim patentable subject matter under 35 U.S.C. § Background Trinity sued Covalent for patent infringement of U.S. Patent 9,087,321 (“the ’321 patent”) and U.S.

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McKinsey Operations

JULY 5, 2022

Commerce media is revolutionizing how ads are bought and optimized. Companies need the right strategy to share in its potential trillion-dollar-plus value.

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McKinsey Operations

JUNE 7, 2022

Retail media networks are transforming the advertising landscape and boosting top retailers’ bottom lines. Our latest survey helps debunk five mistaken beliefs about RMNs.

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TorrentFreak

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

These events are no longer the preserve of niche audiences as mainstream media outlets show increasing interest. It mentions the media as one of the key tools through which messages can be sent. The Premier League lists media reporting as one of the main ways the public at large is informed about the harms and dangers of piracy. .

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