Google News closes operations in Spain
Google News closed its operations in Spain due to a new copyright law requiring licensing fees for news aggregators. The regulation signals significant changes for Spanish publishers and…
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Copyright and Entertainment Law series posts: 2014
This compilation reviews major topics in Indian copyright and entertainment law, including recent legal developments, licensing, and personality rights. The series delivers clear, structured analysis for readers seeking…
Copyright Blockbuster 2014
This article summarises notable copyright law developments and cases from 2014, both in India and internationally. It objectively analyses legislative changes, key court decisions, and major copyright disputes…
Copyright Regulation to allow private copying; Faces ire of UK Music Industry
The UK’s new copyright regulation enables personal copying of legally bought music, but the music industry is challenging it over compensation concerns. The regulation’s compliance with EU law…
Online Piracy, A matter of great concern, As Discussed during the India-US CEO Forum
Online piracy, particularly of movies, was a key topic during the India-US CEO Forum, reflecting its impact on the entertainment industry. Leaders from both countries recognised the urgent…
Pirates of Bollywood on Copyright Infringement
This excerpt from Pirates of Bollywood presents a legal debate on copyright infringement involving technology platforms and indirect liability. The counsels discuss the balance between creative freedom and…
Weekly IP Warm-UP!
Weekly IP Warm-UP covers notable intellectual property law updates, including copyright and patent litigation, music industry developments, and trade secrets cases. The post analyses recent legal changes and…
Pirate’s Share: Piracy is Not Music to Many Ears
The Indian music industry faces substantial revenue losses due to widespread digital piracy. Despite the growth in digital earnings, more than half of potential income is lost, suggesting…
New Copyright Law: Parody is Legal if Judge Thinks it’s Funny
The UK Copyright Law now permits parodies and similar works under fair dealing, but judges decide if the work qualifies based on its humorous effect. This post analyses…
Development of Copyright Law in the UK
The post explores recent changes to copyright law in the UK, particularly the private copying exception and its legal challenges. It provides an objective overview of industry concerns…