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 provisions, recent legal challenges, and the evolving regulatory landscape in India.

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IP waiver on Covid-19 vaccine, AI lacks ‘legal personality’ says USPTO to Court and more

This post analyses the IP waiver proposal for Covid-19 vaccines and the USPTO’s stance on AI inventorship, focusing on their legal implications. It also covers recent international patent settlements and policy updates with an objective, legal-academic perspective.

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Social Dimensions of Copyright Infringement and Enforcement: A Quick Reflection in the context of Sci-Hub Litigation

This analysis explores the social context of copyright infringement in India, with particular reference to Sci-Hub litigation and academic publishing. It highlights the need for a balanced legal approach that considers public interest, affordable access, and the realities of technological change.

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59% Decrease In Patent Publications This Week, Grants also Decrease Slightly

This week’s Indian patent statistics reveal a notable 59 percent drop in publications and a modest decline in grants. Detailed data on city-wise trends and industrial design registrations are provided, reflecting current activity in the Indian intellectual property landscape.

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Indian IP Orders and Judgments-2021

This post reviews notable 2021 Indian IP judgments on software and film copyright infringement by the Delhi High Court. It provides legal analysis of injunctions and procedural issues in copyright disputes. The discussion is grounded in a factual and structured legal perspective.

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Job Opening: Intellectual Property (IP) Associate – Bangalore

BananaIP Counsels is looking for an Intellectual Property Associate for its Bangalore office. The role requires expertise in IP law, legal advisory, and related fields, with opportunities for litigation management and research. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting the required documents via email.

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Draft Patents (Amendment) Rules, 2021 published; Bill in parliament to abolish tribunals such as IPAB

The Draft Patents (Amendment) Rules, 2021 introduce reduced fees and expedited examination for educational institutions. Meanwhile, a bill has been introduced to abolish tribunals such as IPAB, shifting jurisdiction to higher courts for greater efficiency.

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Data Privacy can take the form of non-price competition, Qualcomm loses case against EU Anti-Trust Regulators, Facebook prepares to file Anti-trust Lawsuit against Apple and more.

This bulletin covers key legal events in data privacy and anti-trust regulation, including major cases involving tech firms and regulatory responses in India, the EU, and China. The analysis presents factual updates and legal perspectives on competition and privacy issues.

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