Spanish Publishers Suffer as Google News Closes Operations
Google News has closed operations in Spain after a new copyright law required licensing fees for news publishers. Spanish publishers now face significant challenges, and the stricter legal…
IP Commercialization/Licensing
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Creative Commons Prints infringed by Flickr
Flickr's Wall Art service faced backlash for selling Creative Commons licensed images without paying photographers. In response, Flickr removed the images and issued refunds, aiming to address licensing…
Royalties for Singers – Delhi High Court passes a favorable order
The Delhi High Court has issued an order supporting ISRA in a case concerning unpaid royalties for singers. This decision marks a significant advancement in Indian performers rights…
University of North Carolina Records Extraordinary Growth in Technology Licensing Revenue
The University of North Carolina reported a remarkable rise in technology licensing revenue, supported by successful biotechnology start-ups and targeted partnerships. UNC’s ongoing reinvestment of licensing earnings aims…
Emancipation of Sherlock Holmes & Dr. Watson
The US courts have confirmed that most Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson stories are in the public domain. This decision clarifies the legal status of these iconic characters…
Intellectual Property and Licensing – Presentation by Dr. Kalyan at IIM, Bangalore
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala's presentation at IIM Bangalore offers a structured overview of intellectual property and licensing. He discusses core concepts, recent cases, and the various types of licenses…
You Do Not Have to Move Heaven and Earth to Increase IP Filings
Many Indian organisations overlook valuable intellectual property until it is too late. This post explores how IP mining and audits can increase IP filings and strengthen patent portfolios,…
Fundamentals of IP and Licensing – A Presentation by Dr. Kalyan Kankanala at IIMB
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala examines fundamental aspects of intellectual property and licensing, emphasising practical and legal nuances. The presentation highlights various IP types and focuses on music licensing as…
Licensing IP – A Presentation by Dr. Kalyan Kankanala
Dr Kalyan Kankanala’s IIMB presentation provides structured insights into the fundamentals and processes of intellectual property licensing. Key steps, agreement clauses, and sectoral comparisons are discussed to highlight…
Patent Licensing: Presentation at UNIDO by Dr. Kalyan Kankanala
This presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala provides an overview of patent licensing, covering the key concepts, transaction structures, and types of licences encountered in IP commercialisation. The…