Weekly Trademark Updates
This week’s trademark updates discuss key legal rulings and legislative developments in India and the EU. Topics include the Hero trademark dispute, GI Bill amendments, and recent Delhi…
Social Media Law
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Accessibility of Intermediary Services to Persons with Disabilities – Proposed Amendments to IT Rules
The post analyses proposed IT Rules amendments to address accessibility challenges faced by persons with disabilities. It recommends mandatory provisions to ensure digital platforms comply with Indian disability…
Draft IT (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules Published for comments by MeitY
The Ministry of Electronics and IT has published a draft amendment to the IT Rules, 2021, inviting public comments to address emerging digital challenges. The initiative aims to…
Take Down of Infringing Content from Telegram
The Delhi High Court examined copyright infringement claims against Telegram regarding unauthorised distribution of educational content. The Court granted relief to the Plaintiff, directing Telegram to remove infringing…
Comments & Suggestions on the Proposed E-Commerce Rules (2021)
This post examines the proposed E-Commerce Rules 2021 in India, providing structured comments and policy suggestions. The analysis addresses practical implications for different e-commerce entities and recommends balanced…
Xinuos Inc. sues IBM and Red Hat, Amazon defends itself amidst rising Anti-trust scrutiny, CCI investigates WhatsApp’s Privacy Policy update and more.
This bulletin examines recent antitrust lawsuits and privacy developments involving global tech companies. Key issues include Xinuos’s action against IBM and Red Hat, CCI’s probe into WhatsApp’s privacy…
The Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021- A Brief Note
The Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, introduce comprehensive compliance and redressal mechanisms for intermediaries and digital media platforms. This note highlights key…
Amazon expands Support for Multiple Indian Languages, Streaming Platforms choose Self-regulation over Statutory Rules and more.
Amazon has broadened its Indian language support in a move to enhance user access. Streaming platforms in India are opting for self-regulation under a formal code, and there…
Advisory & Consultations for Artists During Lockdown
With the shift to online platforms during lockdown, artists face new intellectual property challenges and risks. BananaIP Counsels offers free legal consultation to help artists protect and monetise…
Selena Gomez files infringement lawsuit against FHL, District Court Upholds Social Media Terms of Use, NFL Quarterback Files Infringement Lawsuit Against Amazon and more
The post discusses several recent copyright infringement lawsuits, including those involving celebrities and major digital platforms. It provides a legal analysis of the court's approach to social media…