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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 licensing model, highlighting the limitations of voluntary licensing and the potential benefits for authors and the public.

Weekly Trademark News Bulletin: Suzuki Declared as a Well-Known Trademark, The Dindigul Lock Gets GI Tag, Cornetto Defends its Little Horn and Other News

This bulletin covers major trademark and intellectual property updates from India and abroad, including Suzuki’s well-known trademark recognition and the Dindigul Lock’s GI tag. It also examines recent infringement cases, domain name disputes, and brand expansion news.

Trademark News Bulletin: Indian Trademark Statistics

This bulletin provides an analytical summary of weekly Indian trademark statistics, examining trends in applications, registrations, and office actions. The data offers a structured, factual overview for legal and intellectual property professionals.

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 law and international frameworks.

Outsourcing, In-Sourcing and Intellectual Property

This article critically examines the motivations behind in-sourcing versus outsourcing IT operations, focusing on intellectual property implications in India. The analysis finds that legal and contractual safeguards generally mitigate IP risks, suggesting that business factors drive in-sourcing decisions.

Wacky Patents 1 – Method of Presenting Beer

This post analyses a US patent for a method of presenting beer by chilling the glass below -5 degrees to form beer crystals. It examines the patent’s claims and raises questions about the US Patent Office’s grant of such inventions.

Wacky Patents 3: Earth Orbital Bombs as Nuclear Deterrents

Arthur Paul Pedrick’s patent for earth orbital bombs proposed an automatic nuclear deterrent system managed by an international agency. While intended to prevent nuclear war, the idea raises serious questions about global safety, ethics, and the risks of technological escalation.

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 non-copyrightable facts for research serve the public good and meet fair dealing requirements.

From China with Love: The Xiaomi Story

This post discusses Xiaomi’s rapid growth in the smartphone industry and its legal dispute with Ericsson over standard essential patents in India. The Delhi High Court’s injunction and subsequent partial relief are analysed, providing insights into the legal and market impact for Xiaomi and its rivals.

Understanding Trademark Registration Procedures in the Maldives

Maldives does not yet have a formal trademark registration system, relying instead on cautionary notices for brand protection. Current legislative efforts are expected to introduce a comprehensive trademark framework, improving legal clarity and compliance with international standards.