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…
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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…
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…
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…
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…
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’ on 6th May…
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…
Copyright Pirates! BREIN is coming for you!
BREIN, a Dutch anti-piracy organisation, is expanding its enforcement to include individual uploaders on pirate websites. The group’s new strategy involves collecting IP addresses and seeking support from…
Providers of free Wi-Fi free from copyright liability
The Advocate General’s opinion in the CJEU addresses whether free Wi-Fi providers are liable for copyright infringements by users. The opinion supports safe harbour protections and limits intermediary…
Lionsgate v. Ameritrade: A classic case of copyright claims dressed in TM claims’ clothing
This post discusses the Lionsgate v. Ameritrade case, focusing on copyright and trademark claims related to the use of a famous Dirty Dancing line in advertising. The court…