Media and Entertainment Law

FlipFit to Combine StitchFix and Instagram,Formula 1 Will Live-Stream Grand Prix in association with Twitch, Huawei to License 5G Technology in the US and more

This news bulletin explores recent advancements in eCommerce law, technology licensing, and digital media partnerships. It highlights regulatory concerns, innovative business strategies, and the evolving landscape of digital content and promotions in India and globally.

YouTube Wins Against Copyright Troll, Queen Complaint Gets Another Trump Video Off Twitter, Katy Perry Appeals Copyright Infringement Judgement and more

This bulletin examines key cases in entertainment law, including YouTube’s settlement with a copyright troll, Queen’s takedown of a Trump video, and Katy Perry’s copyright appeal. It also covers film piracy, directorial credit disputes, and international film bans, offering an analytical perspective on emerging legal issues.

Marvel Sued for X-Men Theme Song, Warner Gets Trump Tweet Removed, Jennifer Lopez Sued for Infringing Photograph and more

This bulletin covers key copyright infringement developments, including lawsuits against Marvel, Jennifer Lopez, and digital platforms. It also examines regulatory efforts in India and recent entertainment law trends. The analysis is structured and objective, reflecting current legal perspectives.

Script Writer Sues Paramount, Jerry Seinfeld Wins Over Time Barred Infringement Claims, Facebook Blocks Links to The Pirate Bay and more

This bulletin examines major copyright infringement disputes, Facebook’s anti-piracy measures, and Indian court rulings affecting digital and entertainment law. It provides an objective overview of legal developments impacting media and intellectual property rights.

Court Dismisses “Tardigrades” Suit, Infringement of Ms. Pac-Man, IMI Music Report, and more

This bulletin covers the dismissal of the Tardigrades copyright suit, Ms. Pac-Man infringement litigation, IMI’s digital music report, and ongoing piracy challenges. Key legal developments in entertainment and copyright law are discussed with factual clarity.

‘Right to Be Forgotten’ Win for Google, Project Voldemort, Dating Apps at War, and more

This bulletin examines recent legal developments in IP, privacy, and antitrust, including Google’s EU victory on the ‘Right to be Forgotten’, copyright rejections, and trademark disputes. It further analyses significant data privacy actions and anti-competitive practices, providing objective legal perspectives.

Dream Girl Loses Iconic Song, Four Jays Calls Apple “Modern Tape Pirate”, and more

This bulletin examines key entertainment law cases, including the Dream Girl copyright dispute, music piracy litigation against Apple, and ongoing film piracy in India. The analysis presents factual legal updates and highlights challenges in copyright enforcement.

Tinder Originals, Big Bang Theory Worth 1 Billion, and more

This news bulletin analyses recent developments in ecommerce law, licensing, and streaming rights, including FDI policy concerns, original content initiatives, and major rights acquisitions. The analysis is structured to provide clarity on emerging trends in India and internationally.

Saaho Plagiarism, Forever21 Sued for Ariana Grande Look-alike, BBC Pays for Privacy Violations, and more

This bulletin provides detailed entertainment law updates, including Saaho plagiarism allegations and international copyright disputes. It offers expert analysis on recent legal developments impacting the entertainment industry.

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.