This post explores whether tweets can be protected by copyright law in India and the legal remedies available if your tweet is copied. It provides an objective analysis of copyright thresholds, Twitter’s terms, and practical options for concerned users.
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Digital Rights Management : An Analysis
This article analyses digital rights management systems and their legal treatment in India and internationally. It considers the importance of DRM for copyright protection and examines relevant statutory provisions and case law.
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The Electronic Frontier Foundation is advancing efforts for DMCA exemptions to support software preservation and legitimate use. Their petitions aim to address legal uncertainties and ensure continued access to legally purchased digital content.
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Google News closed its operations in Spain due to a new copyright law requiring licensing fees for news aggregators. The regulation signals significant changes for Spanish publishers and digital content regulation.
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This compilation reviews major topics in Indian copyright and entertainment law, including recent legal developments, licensing, and personality rights. The series delivers clear, structured analysis for readers seeking insights into intellectual property in the entertainment sector.
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This article summarises notable copyright law developments and cases from 2014, both in India and internationally. It objectively analyses legislative changes, key court decisions, and major copyright disputes in a structured, legal-academic style.
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Online piracy, particularly of movies, was a key topic during the India-US CEO Forum, reflecting its impact on the entertainment industry. Leaders from both countries recognised the urgent need for stronger legal measures against piracy in India.
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Weekly IP Warm-UP covers notable intellectual property law updates, including copyright and patent litigation, music industry developments, and trade secrets cases. The post analyses recent legal changes and court decisions with clarity and factual accuracy.
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The UK Copyright Law now permits parodies and similar works under fair dealing, but judges decide if the work qualifies based on its humorous effect. This post analyses the legal framework and the continuing protection against defamation.
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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 and enables their free use without licensing from the Conan Doyle Estate.
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