TorrentFreak

OCTOBER 20, 2022

The “repeat infringer” issue remains a hot topic in US courts and over the years several ISPs have been sued because of them. Following the verdict, several of the labels shifted their focus to the next targets , including ISP Grande Communications, which is now owned by Astound. Record Labels vs. Grande Trial.

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Copyright Infringement Music Settlement Copyright 117

Corsearch

APRIL 5, 2024

These sessions, led by esteemed panelists from organizations such as Warner Music Group, Estée Lauder, PwC, and more, explored a diverse range of topics crucial to the modern trademark landscape, which are covered in more detail below. Brand voice: Provide templates to outside counsel for demand letters to maintain brand voice consistency.

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The IPKat

DECEMBER 22, 2023

G2/21 and the mysteries of plausibility The topic that this Kat has spent the most electronic ink on this year is undoubtedly G 2/21. After a flurry of decisions at the start of the year , the Boards of Appeal have gone rather silent on the topic of ViCo oral proceedings. This is one to watch for 2024.

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

The 11 th Circuit upheld a decision to unseal “embarrassing internal communications” between members of the United Network for Organ Sharing (“UNOS”) relating to its new policy directing liver transplants to go to the sickest patients within a certain radius of the donor.

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Confidentiality Litigation Privacy Intellectual Property 52

43(B)log

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Boost alleged that Woo engaged in a scheme to gain access to Boost’s confidential information and thereby replicate its beauty product. Plaintiff’s and defendant’s principals were roommates, which allegedly gave defendants the opportunity to copy despite an oral confidentiality agreement, on which the court denied summary judgment.

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Registering Trademarks Confidentiality Trademark Advertising 72

SpicyIP

DECEMBER 30, 2023

As in previous years, we have divided these developments into five categories: a) Top 10 IP Judgements/Orders (Topicality/Impact) b) Top 10 IP Judgements/Orders (Jurisprudence/Legal Lucidity) c) Top 10 IP Legislative and Policy Related Developments d) Other IP Developments; and e) Other Notable Developments. Novex Communications Pvt.

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IP Copyright Trademark Intellectual Property 124

LexBlog IP

MAY 3, 2023

What additional provisions or specifications could be useful to help balance the new data access rights and the protection of users’ and business’ rights, e.g. related to data protection, confidential information, including trade secrets, and security? How might this be implemented? The Consultation will run until 23 May 2023.

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SpicyIP

JULY 11, 2021

Topical Highlight. Right to Access a Public Record” vs “Right to not Communicate the Work”: Where is Public Interest?”. IPAB Issue Finally Comes to a Conclusion: Delhi HC Creates Specialist IP Division. The office order is available here. Thematic Highlight.

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Moral Rights Journalism Licensing IP 105

Kluwer Copyright Blog

JUNE 9, 2022

This is the second installment of a reflection on the topic of content moderation and bias mitigation measures in copyright law. This second part explores the potential of property rights to increase bias in content moderation by looking at the topic from the perspective of Article 17 CDSM Directive.

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Technology Marketing Marketing Copyright 96

LexBlog IP

MARCH 12, 2023

Staying on the topic of Rule 12(b)(6) motions, during the course of my review of these cases each month, I am seeing a trend by federal courts denying these motions on the trade secret claims but sometimes dismissing other tort claims. Are communications with the FBI about an opposing party privileged? Regor Therapeutics, Inc.

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 24, 2023

In this month’s edition, he looks into topics including the Plant Variety Registry, different tales of/ takes on personality rights, and multiple leaks of key documents and their contribution in law-making. vs The Controller of Patents & Anr.

Registration 52

Registration Trademark Copyright Registering Trademarks 52

Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

MAY 7, 2021

There is no existence of a trusted central authority but is performed by a network of communicating nodes that run the bitcoin software. An opt-in scheme could address the confidentiality concerns of IP owners. The ledger consists of unalterable digitally recorded information in packages called blocks.

Technology 52

Technology Patent IP Invention 52

Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

MAY 7, 2021

There is no existence of a trusted central authority but is performed by a network of communicating nodes that run the bitcoin software. An opt-in scheme could address the confidentiality concerns of IP owners. The ledger consists of unalterable digitally recorded information in packages called blocks.

Technology 52

Technology Patent IP Invention 52

Biswajit Sarkar Copyright Blog

MAY 7, 2021

There is no existence of a trusted central authority but is performed by a network of communicating nodes that run the bitcoin software. An opt-in scheme could address the confidentiality concerns of IP owners. The ledger consists of unalterable digitally recorded information in packages called blocks.

Technology 52

Technology Patent IP Invention 52

IP Whiteboard

APRIL 15, 2021

Since that time, Meghan and Harry have been very open about their frustration with the British media’s negative coverage of Meghan, which The Duke and Duchess of Sussex consider to be laced with racially-charged undertones (while we’re on the topic, some unsolicited advice for readers: the Oprah interview is must-see viewing). 1] [link]. [2]

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Privacy Copyright Publishing Law 40

IP and Legal Filings

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Sexual abuse can also disrupt team dynamics and unity and creates tension and toxic environment within the team, affecting communication. Organizations should promote a culture that values open communication, resolves issues of power disparities, and holds people accountable for their deeds.

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Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

JANUARY 11, 2022

The agencies committed to “take appropriate steps to address companies making false or misleading communications about biologics, including biosimilars and interchangeable products, which will help deter anti-competitive behavior in the biologics market and can help lead to the use of all available biological products.” 1:21-cv-01530 N.D.

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