SpicyIP

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Like previous years, we kept the topic selection open to participants – asking them to choose any topic they wanted so long as it related to IP. We received several excellent submissions across a various range of topic areas. And encouraged participants to draw inspiration from Shamnad’s scholarship.

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The IPKat

APRIL 9, 2024

On the specific topic of the right to one’s name, and still in the fashion sector, it may be recalled that Dolce & Gabbana were found liable of having infringed Diego Armando Maradona’s right to his name by putting on the catwalk a model with a Naples jersey with his name on it.

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

The TTAB also addressed Applicant Panini’s Motion to Strike Opposer’s Notice of Reliance as failing to comply with the Board’s procedural rules and lacking foundation or authentication. The TTAB granted RLP 20 days to file redacted, public versions of all confidential submissions.

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The IPKat

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Policy debates in the US and the EU by Anna Pokrovskaya "Reviewing" the prior art The question of whether AI can be considered a person having ordinary skill in the art (PHOSITA) in a given field is a topic of significant debate in the policy realms of both the US and the EU.

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LexBlog IP

APRIL 12, 2023

According to the USCO: “This initiative is in direct response to the recent striking advances in generative AI technologies and their rapidly growing use by individuals and businesses.” ” It is also a response to requests from Congress and the public.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

OCTOBER 5, 2022

The decision, which relates to a strike out application, did not actually go so far as to make a finding on whether the rowing machine in question is a work of artistic craftsmanship and therefore protected by copyright in the UK. Strike Out Application. Works of Artistic Craftsmanship. by Alexander Puutio. €

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Velocity of Content

APRIL 26, 2022

That strikes me as certainly a worthy and intriguing topic, but before saying more about why I’m inclined to think so, I think the terms used could probably stand a little unpacking first. Why did WIPO select the topic “IP for young people” this year? It’s not a perfectly clear concept , and the laws concerning each form differ.

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TorrentFreak

JULY 29, 2021

The “repeat infringer” issue remains a hot topic in US courts after rightsholders filed lawsuits against several ISPs. Site Blocking, Three-Strikes, and Identifying Pirates. In addition to this mandatory three-strikes policy, WOW! The copyright infringement allegations can have real consequences.

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The IPKat

DECEMBER 5, 2021

The United Kingdom Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) launched a public consultation on artificial intelligence (AI) and intellectual property on 29 October 2021 to assess whether the current IP regime strikes the appropriate balance to encourage the development of AI and its use across the UK economy.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2021

With this consultation, the Office seeks to assess whether the current IP regime strikes the appropriate balance to encourage the development of AI and its use across the UK economy. This is not the first time the UKIPO has engaged with a public call for views on the topic of AI and IP. The consultation closes on 7 January 2022.

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LexBlog IP

APRIL 3, 2023

Despite the hearing’s focus shifting away from the specific topic of NIL, many of the witnesses and representatives advocated for a federal NIL standard to provide clarity and uniformity for college athletes. ” For advocates of a uniform federal NIL law, the hearing is at least a sign that Congress is considering action.

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The IPKat

APRIL 10, 2024

Chilling effect: The ease of access to subscriber information under the Regulation might create a chilling effect on freedom of expression, particularly for individuals who rely on private communication for sensitive topics like political activism or reporting on government misconduct.

Privacy 57

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IIPRD

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

It can cover a wide range of topics and is not restricted to just one, including music, art, agriculture, and medicine. Traditional Knowledge It includes the collective knowledge, customs, and inventions that societies have created and preserved over time.

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TorrentFreak

MAY 8, 2023

This includes a three-strikes termination policy against alleged pirates as well as an outright block of various pirate sites, including The Pirate Bay. Specifically, they alleged that the company failed to terminate repeat infringers. Motion to Dismiss Denied Grande challenged the claims and filed a motion to dismiss the case.

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43(B)log

JUNE 21, 2023

Defendant brought a motion to strike under the anti-SLAPP law. She alleged that its statements about “regenerative farming”; its ESG commitments; and “preserving natural resources” were “false, deceptive, and misleading.” She brought the usual California statutory claims.

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Velocity of Content

MAY 31, 2023

In early May, CCC hosted “ Workflow of the Future: Sustainable Business Models ,” the fifth event in a series designed to help facilitate important conversations on critical topics related to standards, including sustainability.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2021

Normally, if Twitter wanted to establish favorable legal precedent on a topic like 512(h), it would pick sympathetic facts and a cooperative user. 512(h) Doesn’t Preempt Doe Unmasking Lawsuits–Strike 3 v. I’m still scratching my head wondering why Twitter chose to double-down on this particular case. Other Blog Posts on 512(h).

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Life is too short to spend precious time reading the report, though I did find the plaintiffs’ motion to strike interesting. Motion to strike this report. The brief relies heavily on an “expert” report from Adam Candeub. Amicus briefs in support of NetChoice/CCIA preliminary injunction motion. RCFP et al. TechFreedom.

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IP and Legal Filings

APRIL 10, 2024

Through these platforms, individuals can access content that was previously inaccessible and engage in discussions on topics that were once considered sensitive or controversial. INTRODUCTION The entertainment and media sector is experiencing a continuous and increasing influence on social media with each passing day.

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TorrentFreak

JANUARY 15, 2024

After the miniseries was seen by millions earlier this month, private prosecutions – which allow alleged victims of crime to prosecute their own criminal cases – are now a topic of national debate. After no accounts were ever filed for the company, it was dissolved via compulsory strike-off in April 2019 but not without controversy.

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TorrentFreak

MAY 15, 2023

For musician Maria Schneider, whose class action lawsuit against YouTube will head to a jury trial next month, the status quo and its alleged facilitator have been a constant topic of discussion for well over a decade. What Do Whore Houses, Meth Labs, and YouTube Have in Common? “OK, I know: that title really hits below the belt. .

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LexBlog IP

MAY 16, 2023

Ignoring Weather Conditions Florida is known for its unpredictable weather, with frequent storms and lightning strikes. Additionally, it is recommended to take a boating safety course, which covers topics such as navigation, boat handling, and emergency procedures.

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The IPKat

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

a wise cat that care about environment kindly provided in CC0 Public Domain license by Pixhere.com) Having to make a selection among the many topics covered, this GuestKat finds it interesting to note that during the conference the EPO case G2/21 on 'plausibility', was repeatedly discussed from different angles.

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The IPKat

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

After noting that consumers are accustomed to the presence of geometric signs in the footwear sector, the Board of Appeal ruled that the contested sign is sufficiently striking and memorable to be distinctive. 7 (1)(b) of the EUTMR.

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Given the Supreme Court’s focus on commercialism in Goldsmith , striking a balance between transformative use and commercial nature is likely to play a role in the Anthropic lawsuit and other generative AI lawsuits in the near future. ” Id. at ¶ 10. ” Id. at ¶ 78. ” Id.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

APRIL 26, 2022

It was up to the Court to assess whether and how the regime of Article 17, namely the mitigation measures and safeguards highlighted above may strike (or not) the necessary balance. paras 85-86] (This topic and its implications will be the subject of a separate blogpost.). The Judgment. More from our authors: Law of Raw Data.

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The IPKat

MARCH 21, 2024

Case Background: Munich Local Divisions strikes patentee friendly approach The patent at issue ( EP 4108782 ), exclusively licensed to 10x Genomics by Harvard, relates to methods and compositions for detecting analytes such as DNA or protein molecules in cell and tissue samples.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JUNE 1, 2022

Given the strength of the 11th Circuit decision, it would be ideal to have that opinion frame SCOTUS’s consideration of the topic. Motion to strike this report. (NetChoice/CCIA could also try to force Florida’s hand by appealing the adverse transparency rulings). ” I agree. Chamber of Progress et al. RCFP et al.

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Technology & Marketing Law Blog

JULY 14, 2022

Given how rarely TOS amendments use clickthroughs, this opinion could anticipate the widespread failure of TOS amendments if it’s the final word on the topic. Ninth Circuit Strikes Down Contract Amendment Without Notice–Douglas v. I hope it’s not. * * *. The Court Opinion. Sifuentes got a Dropbox account in 2011.

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IP and Legal Filings

JANUARY 15, 2024

It recognizes that offering job-protected leave can aid in employee retention, loyalty, and a more productive workforce while attempting to strike a balance between the needs of employees and the operational requirements of enterprises. It also covered topics including job security and workplace discrimination against expectant workers.

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Kluwer Copyright Blog

MARCH 14, 2022

The first issue raised in the consultation was whether the copyright protection for computer-generated works (CGWs)without a human author, in the UK Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988 (CDPA), strikes the right balance between incentivising and rewarding investment in AI creativity.

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Art Law Journal

JANUARY 13, 2022

We cover topics including career paths, preparing for interviews, using social media to grow your footprint, networking, and much more. You need to strike that balance of being able to interpret the vision of the director and script authentically while also making your own creative decisions in service of that vision. .

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Copyright Lately

AUGUST 22, 2021

According to a recent report released by Lex Machina , copyright filings peaked in 2015 and 2018 due to large numbers of file sharing cases by the likes of Malibu Media and Strike 3 Entertainment. Also, I’m looking for future article topics! So, what do you think? Let me know in the comments below or on @copyrightlately.

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The IPKat

JULY 30, 2021

Ten years ago, a proportionality test was a radical idea embraced only by a handful of academics [see here for one of the earliest EU-focused publications on the topic]. We've come a long way First, it is important to keep in mind that much has changed in comparatively little time.

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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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IP and Legal Filings

JANUARY 29, 2023

However, the question of who owns the rights to these creations has been a topic of debate for some time. The aforementioned analysis and solutions aim to strike the requisite balance between the interests of the involved stakeholders and solve the legal dilemmas for the flourishing gaming industry.

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SpicyIP

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Speaking of this topic, I can’t miss Bedaquiline , the first new drug to receive approval to treat tuberculosis (TB) in over 40 years, which raised serious questions about its marketing approval without mandatory Phase III clinical trials in India and around informed consent of Indian patients. Read Anupriya’s excellent post here.

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