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Copyright Applications Up by 22%

Copyright applications in India saw a 22 percent increase in October 2019, with most filings for literary and artistic works. The data, compiled by BananaIP Counsels, also shows a significant rise in sound recording and software applications.

Premier League weary of Illegal Streaming of Football Matches, Netflix Continues Battle Against Fox, Johnny Depp Wins Malpractice Suit and more

The bulletin reviews key legal developments affecting the entertainment industry, including illegal streaming of football matches, copyright infringement cases, and Bollywood film piracy. It delivers clear, factual analysis of ongoing lawsuits and intellectual property matters in both international and national contexts.

Case Brief: YRF v Sri Sai Ganesh Productions

The Delhi High Court’s decision in YRF v Sri Sai Ganesh Productions addresses key issues around copyright infringement and originality in cinematograph films. The Court’s findings clarify the boundaries of copyright protection for films in India and reinforce the rights of original film producers.

YouTube Wins Against Copyright Troll, Queen Complaint Gets Another Trump Video Off Twitter, Katy Perry Appeals Copyright Infringement Judgement and more

This bulletin examines key cases in entertainment law, including YouTube’s settlement with a copyright troll, Queen’s takedown of a Trump video, and Katy Perry’s copyright appeal. It also covers film piracy, directorial credit disputes, and international film bans, offering an analytical perspective on emerging legal issues.

CommScope Sues Rosenberger to Protect Trade Secrets, Tencent Lifts NBA Broadcast Ban, California Bans New Fur Products and more

This news bulletin reviews recent legal updates in intellectual property, trade secrets, and data protection. Key cases and regulatory changes across the US, India, and China are analysed, including notable litigation and new e-learning initiatives for startups.

Copyright Statistics

This post examines India’s copyright filing statistics for September 2019, focusing on trends in literary and artistic works. The analysis provides a factual overview of application volumes and percentage changes across categories.

Script Writer Sues Paramount, Jerry Seinfeld Wins Over Time Barred Infringement Claims, Facebook Blocks Links to The Pirate Bay and more

This bulletin examines major copyright infringement disputes, Facebook’s anti-piracy measures, and Indian court rulings affecting digital and entertainment law. It provides an objective overview of legal developments impacting media and intellectual property rights.

Court Dismisses “Tardigrades” Suit, Infringement of Ms. Pac-Man, IMI Music Report, and more

This bulletin covers the dismissal of the Tardigrades copyright suit, Ms. Pac-Man infringement litigation, IMI’s digital music report, and ongoing piracy challenges. Key legal developments in entertainment and copyright law are discussed with factual clarity.

‘Right to Be Forgotten’ Win for Google, Project Voldemort, Dating Apps at War, and more

This bulletin examines recent legal developments in IP, privacy, and antitrust, including Google’s EU victory on the ‘Right to be Forgotten’, copyright rejections, and trademark disputes. It further analyses significant data privacy actions and anti-competitive practices, providing objective legal perspectives.

Court Tosses Claim on Unregistered Copyright, CEOs Demand Federal Privacy Law, Antitrust Probes Against Facebook, Google, Uber, Tencent and Car-Makers, and more

This update reviews major legal events in antitrust, copyright, and data privacy law, including regulatory actions against leading tech firms and automakers. It also discusses industry calls for a federal privacy framework and recent court rulings affecting copyright claims.