Copyrightability of tattoos in India : Takeaways from the United states
What form of Intellectual property are tattoos? Copyright? Trademark? The predominant answer is copyright. The issue of copyright of tattoos in India is at its infancy stage as it becomes more mainstream among the urban market. Tattoos might seem like a novice industry but it generates Rs.20,000 crores every year as reported in 2020. The … Continue reading Copyrightability of tattoos in India : Takeaways from the United states
Read more »Copyright in the Gaming Industry: Protecting Game Developers’ Rights
The gaming industry has evolved into one of the most lucrative and dynamic sectors of the global economy. With billions of players worldwide and annual revenues that exceed even those of the film industry, video games have become more than just a form of entertainment; they are a cultural force. However, like any other creative … Continue reading Copyright in the Gaming Industry: Protecting Game Developers’ Rights
Read more »Beyond Earth: Unravelling the Intricacies of Intellectual Property Rights in Space Exploration
There is usually a right given over the ideas and creative works of an individual or organization which limits the use of such materials by others without the approver’s consent. Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) were put in place to assist and protect a creator in this case. There are various types of IPR which include … Continue reading Beyond Earth: Unravelling the Intricacies of Intellectual Property Rights in Space Exploration
Read more »Copyright Registration in Greater Noida
Copyright Registration in Greater Noida Copyright is an essential form of intellectual property protection that safeguards the rights of creators over their literary, artistic, musical, and software works. Copyright registration provides legal recognition and protection against unauthorized use, ensuring that the creator benefits from their original work. In Greater Noida, a fast-growing hub for startups, … Continue reading Copyright Registration in Greater Noida
Read more »Section 3(k) of the Indian Patents Act: Navigating Software Patents and Innovation
The Committee observes that the importance and value of innovative technologies like AI and machine learning will grow exponentially in the current world, particularly during the Covid-19 pandemic, in which digital applications will play a critical role in reacting to the crises. Furthermore, the enormous advantages of AI and its uses in Indias income generation … Continue reading Section 3(k) of the Indian Patents Act: Navigating Software Patents and Innovation
Read more »Protecting Melodies – Music and Intellectual property rights
Human Mind can be described as one of the marvels of the world owing to its intellectual ability. From the scientific and technological breakdowns to development of art, Human Mind has brought the world on a whole different level. These original ideas, designs, creations, innovations done by human ability are called as Intellectual Properties. They … Continue reading Protecting Melodies – Music and Intellectual property rights
Read more »Registration Process for Copyright in India
INTRODUCTION In India, the pathway to register a copyright is simply laid out, but it contains a number of steps to follow. The fact that copyright protection is automatically granted upon the creation of a piece of work does not mean that formal registration isn’t important; it maintains a legal record of ownership and may … Continue reading Registration Process for Copyright in India
Read more »Countering the Surge of Digital Piracy in OTT Platforms in India
Abstract This article studies how India’s media and entertainment sector has changed as a result of the impact of the COVID 19 pandemic, in particular, the growth of the Over the Top (OTT) platform. Against this backdrop, audiences now increasingly migrate to digital streaming services as traditional channels such as cinemas are disrupted by lockdown, … Continue reading Countering the Surge of Digital Piracy in OTT Platforms in India
Read more »From Congratulatory Posts to Legal Action: How the Manu Bhaker Case Redefines Personality Rights
INTRODUCTION The recent controversy involving Indian Olympian shooter Manu Bhaker has reignited the debate over personality rights in India. After Bhaker secured two bronze medals at the Paris 2024 Olympics, several brands, including Bajaj Foods, LIC, and FIITJEE, used her images without her consent in congratulatory posts on social media. These posts, while seemingly celebratory, … Continue reading From Congratulatory Posts to Legal Action: How the Manu Bhaker Case Redefines Personality Rights
Read more »How Telegram Fuels Digital Piracy
Introduction The recent arrest of Pavel Durov, the owner of Telegram, has been arrested in France for numerous criminal activities, including illegal transactions, child pornography, and the most important being “refusal to communicate information to authorities” that are continuously being committed on the application, which is dimensionless. It is said to be the new dark … Continue reading How Telegram Fuels Digital Piracy
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