Disney has initiated legal proceedings against a Venezuelan company for commercial use of its characters in live shows. The matter underscores the distinction between fair use and infringement under copyright law, especially in commercial contexts.
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House of Mouse Lands in Legal Trouble
InCom Corp has accused Disney of infringing its RFID attendance tracking patents through the Magic Band system at its theme parks. The legal dispute raises significant questions about patent rights in the context of entertainment technology.
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A US court has ruled that Warner/Chappell Music does not hold copyright in the ‘Happy Birthday’ lyrics. The decision places the lyrics in the public domain, allowing their commercial use without royalty concerns.
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