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…
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Make in India and the untapped potential of Geographical Indications
Geographical indications offer untapped potential for Make in India by fostering local brand identity and economic growth. Strengthening quality control and eCommerce initiatives could further enhance the impact…
Standard Essential Patents : Fair? Reasonable? Non-Discriminatory? (II)
This post reviews FRAND litigation involving standard essential patents in courts across the US and Europe. It analyses judicial interpretation of FRAND obligations, patent injunctions, and the ongoing…
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…
From OHIM to EUIPO – OHIM’s New Trademark Reform
OHIM has transitioned to EUIPO, introducing key reforms in trademark registration and protection within the EU. The changes include a new fee structure, updated classification rules, and expanded…
Do Patents motivate Inventors? A TED Talk by Dr. Kalyan Kankanala
Dr Kalyan Kankanala’s TED Talk examines if patents genuinely encourage inventors or if passion drives innovation. Drawing on research and case studies, he argues that while patents attract…
India Drives into Driver-Less Car Technology
India has made significant strides in driverless car technology with the creation of a low-cost autonomous Tata Nano by Roshy John and his team. This innovation uses advanced…
Patents: Modular Phones- The best of both worlds
This post explores the evolving landscape of modular phones, focusing on patent developments and industry advancements. It highlights Google’s acquisition of modular phone patents from Modu and the…
LG’s New Modular Phone: The future is Here
LG has launched the G5, a modular smartphone with removable components and innovative add-ons, setting a new benchmark in mobile technology. This post analyses LG's advancements and compares…