A Case for Statutory Licensing of Music for Broadcasting
This post evaluates the necessity of statutory licensing of music for broadcasting under Section 31D of the Indian Copyright Act. It argues for a more transparent and accessible…
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Digital Rights Management
Digital Rights Management systems are essential for protecting digital content in the modern era. This post provides a legal and technological analysis of DRM, focusing on Indian copyright…
It is Fair and Enabling – Data Mining from JNU Depot
The post analyses if data mining from the JNU Depot is covered by fair use or educational exemptions under Indian copyright law. It argues that enabling technologies extracting…
Weekly Entertainment Law News: TikTok in Content Ownership Controversy, Musician Sues “Baby Shark” Producers, and more
This bulletin provides an objective analysis of recent entertainment law news, focusing on copyright controversies involving TikTok, ShareChat, Spotify, and prominent artists. Key legal issues in content ownership…
IP, Privacy and Antitrust This Week: Publishers Sue Audible, Google Ends Mobile Network Insights, Qualcomm to Keep “No License, No Chip” Policy, and more
This week’s news examines publisher lawsuits against Audible, regulatory actions involving Google, Intel, and Qualcomm, and evolving privacy concerns with Facebook and TikTok. The bulletin offers a structured…
Copyright and eCommerce Law News: Apple Sues Corellium for Copyright Infringement, YouTube Sues Copyright Troll for Extortion, US Govt Supports Led Zepplin in Infringement Case and more
This bulletin examines recent highlights in copyright infringement and eCommerce law, including court orders against piracy sites and major lawsuits by Apple and YouTube. It also discusses policy…
Is it Legal to Reverse Engineer the Engineered?
This article discusses the legality of reverse engineering, focusing on fair use principles and landmark legal cases. It highlights when reverse engineering is permissible and the conditions under…
Court Gives ‘Mission Mangal’ the Green Signal, Copyright Infringement Suits against P&G and Lady Gaga, Amazon to Acquire Stake in Future Retail, and more
The bulletin analyses recent legal news in entertainment and e-commerce, including the Bombay High Court’s clearance of 'Mission Mangal' and ongoing copyright disputes involving global brands. It also…
Intellectual Property Protection for Computer Programs – Part III
This post analyses the copyright protection of computer software, examining the challenges posed by the idea expression dichotomy. It highlights the limitations of copyright law in providing comprehensive…
Twitch Bans Gamers for Streaming a Copyrighted Debate, Flipkart Enters the Video Streaming Market, Karigar Store-Latest Addition on the Amazon Website and more
This update highlights key legal and commercial trends in copyright, digital media, and e-commerce in India and abroad. Topics include new regulatory moves, licensing opportunities, and notable industry…