The California District Court allowed Paramount Pictures and CBS Studios’ copyright infringement complaint against a crowdfunded Star Trek film. The judgement reaffirms the necessity of obtaining prior authorization for the use of franchise intellectual property.
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This post reviews the objectives of the National IPR Policy 2016, highlighting its approach to strengthening intellectual property rights in India. It outlines key policy aims, including awareness, legal framework, and commercialization, in a structured and factual manner.
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The EU’s revised trademark law empowers customs to seize in-transit goods, raising serious concerns for Indian generic pharmaceutical exports. This development challenges established principles of territorial trademark enforcement and threatens global access to affordable medicines.
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Terrafugia has patented a hybrid flying car with vertical takeoff and autonomous features. The vehicle integrates advanced power and propulsion systems, aiming to make door-to-door air travel a reality.
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The post examines recent Chinese court rulings on trademark disputes involving Facebook and Apple. It provides an objective analysis of the legal reasoning, outcomes, and implications for multinational brands in China.
Read more about China Court Likes Facebook and Dislikes Apple.Sipping on IP – Conversation on Intellectual Property
Sipping on IP is an initiative by BananaIP that encourages open conversations on intellectual property. Participants discuss a variety of topics, promoting learning and peer engagement in an informal setting.
Read more about Sipping on IP – Conversation on Intellectual PropertyUnderstanding the PCT
This article offers a structured overview of the Patent Cooperation Treaty and its role in international patent filing. It objectively examines the PCT application process and clarifies the significance of each procedural step in obtaining patent protection across multiple countries.
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This post analyses the summary judgment in UMG Recordings, Inc. v. Global Eagle Entertainment Inc., focusing on copyright infringement of music in inflight entertainment. The court ruled in favour of the plaintiffs, emphasising the necessity of proper licensing.
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This post explores how businesses can commercialize intellectual property in India, focusing on trademarks and patents. It analyses practical strategies like licensing, sale, and brand development for effective monetization of IP.
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The following presentation was delivered by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at the one day Seminar on ‘IPR Management for Startups in Electronics and ICT Sectors’...
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