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Sony’s use of Emoji: A possible legal dispute

Sony faces a potential trademark and copyright dispute with emoji creator Marco Husges over its animated film The Emoji. The case raises significant questions about the trademarkability of descriptive terms and the boundaries of intellectual property rights in merchandising and film.

ABS Entertainment, Inc. v. CBS Corporation, et al.

The California District Court evaluated copyright infringement allegations involving pre-1972 sound recordings in ABS Entertainment, Inc. v. CBS Corporation. The Court clarified the interplay of federal and state law, ultimately finding CBS acted within its rights and that remastered recordings are governed by federal copyright law.

Disney and Dalian Engage in Comic Wars

The blog discusses Disney’s legal dispute with Wanda Group over the unauthorized use of comic characters in a Chinese theme park. It highlights key aspects of copyright and trademark protection, as well as the application of international conventions to such disputes.

Google’s use of Java APIs in Android – fair use?

The District Court ruled that Google’s use of Java APIs in Android falls under fair use, emphasising interoperability. The case has sparked ongoing debate within both open source and proprietary software communities, with further appeals expected.

Is use of Java APIs by Google Fair Use?

This article analyses whether Google’s use of Java APIs constitutes fair use, focusing on the legal proceedings between Oracle and Google. The discussion highlights the implications for software copyright and open source development.

National IPR Policy – Copyright Related Objectives

The National IPR Policy highlights crucial copyright objectives, including shifting administration to DIPP and modernizing copyright systems. These changes aim to improve coordination, transparency, and efficiency in India’s copyright framework.

Complaint against Crowdfunded Star Trek Film Prevails

The California District Court allowed Paramount Pictures and CBS Studios’ copyright infringement complaint against a crowdfunded Star Trek film. The judgement reaffirms the necessity of obtaining prior authorization for the use of franchise intellectual property.

UMG Recordings, Inc. v. Global Eagle Entertainment Inc.

This post analyses the summary judgment in UMG Recordings, Inc. v. Global Eagle Entertainment Inc., focusing on copyright infringement of music in inflight entertainment. The court ruled in favour of the plaintiffs, emphasising the necessity of proper licensing.

IP for Start-ups : A Presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at CII Hyderabad

The following presentation was delivered by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at the one day Seminar on ‘IPR Management for Startups in Electronics and ICT Sectors’...

I got (NO) power-IPRS restrained from issuing licenses by Delhi HC

The Delhi High Court has restrained IPRS from issuing licenses for the works of Chitra Jagjit Singh and late Jagjit Singh, following a dispute over the society’s legal status. This decision clarifies the authority of copyright societies in India and protects the rights of copyright holders.