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Nokia Vs. Oppo: Standard Essential Patents and Deposit during Suit Pendency

In a recent Delhi High Court order, Nokia’s application to deposit royalty payments due from Oppo for the use of Nokia’s Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) was rejected. The SEPs in question relate to 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G technologies. Read More

Weekly Copyright, Media, and Entertainment Law Updates

This week’s copyright, media, and entertainment law updates are as below: Japan’s Supreme Court Exempts Music Students from Copyright Fees In an appeal from the...

Weekly Copyright, Media and Entertainment Law Updates

This week's copyright, media and entertainment law updates are as below: Songwriters signed away their right to sue for "Shake It Off" Taylor Swift...

Negotiating License Agreements

This post examines the process of negotiating patent license agreements, including essential preparatory steps and the structuring of key terms. It underscores the role of patent strength, valuation, and expert involvement in achieving a successful outcome.

Sound Recording, Literary & Musical Works and Right to Royalty – Part 2

This post examines the complexities of royalty rights for sound recordings and underlying literary and musical works in India. It provides a legal analysis of significant court decisions and their impact on authors, producers, and commercial broadcasters.

Introduction to Intellectual Property and IP Licensing – A Presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at IIM-B

The following presentation titled “Introduction to IP and Licensing”, was delivered on 26th November, 2016 by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala, Chief IP Attorney, BananaIP Counsels, at...

The Indian Singers Rights Association v. Chapter 25 Bar and Restaurant

The Delhi High Court in ISRA v. Chapter 25 Bar and Restaurant held that unauthorized public performance of songs infringed performers’ rights under Section 38A. The judgment clarifies the obligations of establishments regarding royalty payments to copyright societies.