The Delhi High Court granted Telugu actor Manchu Vishnu an interim injunction, barring content creators from unauthorized use of his name, image, and voice. The Court ordered the removal of defamatory content and directed YouTube to identify infringing accounts.
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Madras HC directs Google and YouTube to provide User Details in Defamation Suit.
The Madras High Court has ordered Google and YouTube to reveal user details in a defamation case involving Lebara Foundation. This decision addresses the balance between privacy rights and legal remedies for defamation under Indian law.
Read more about Madras HC directs Google and YouTube to provide User Details in Defamation Suit.Social Media, IP and Business- A Presentation by Dr. Kalyan Kankanala
This presentation was delivered by Dr. Kalyan Kankanala as a part of a seminar on intellectual property, social media and business. The seminar was attended...
Read more about Social Media, IP and Business- A Presentation by Dr. Kalyan KankanalaSocial Media and Intellectual Property (IP): Part II – Distribution and Dissemination of Content
This article analyses how social media platforms manage intellectual property rights in user-generated content. It discusses the legal implications of content distribution, platform terms, and the scope of licenses granted to platforms and third parties.
Read more about Social Media and Intellectual Property (IP): Part II – Distribution and Dissemination of ContentLet’s Go Crazy – Is the Copyright Ruling Fair?
The post discusses the legal requirement for copyright holders to assess fair use before issuing a DMCA takedown notice, with reference to the Lenz v. Universal Music case. It objectively analyses the balance between protecting content creators and enforcing copyright online.
Read more about Let’s Go Crazy – Is the Copyright Ruling Fair?YouTube ordered to take down copyright infringing material
The German regional court has clarified YouTube’s responsibility to remove infringing material once notified, following a dispute with GEMA. This decision highlights the obligations of online platforms regarding copyright infringement and the expectations for preventive measures.
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Activision’s copyright strikes on Call of Duty glitch videos have triggered debate within the gaming community. This post analyses the legal complexities and responses from both Activision and gamers regarding YouTube’s copyright enforcement.
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