A study on the Paris Convention and Berne Convention in relation to protection of Intellectual property
A study on the Paris Convention and Berne Convention in relation to protection of Intellectual property To provide legitimacy and a streamlined regulatory mechanism for intellectual property rights, emerged two colossal conventions of international repute. The first was the Paris Convention for the Protection of Industrial Property, adopted back in 1883, and the other was […]
The Legal Challenges of Copyright Infringement by AI
The Legal Challenges of Copyright Infringement by AI Written by Sadhil arora, 2nd year [National Law University, Delhi] Introduction Progress has always been met with protest. Before the popularisation of AI, there was the computer which suffered its fair share of scepticism. Decades earlier, the use of the typewriter was objected to by those making […]
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Rishiraj Chandan {NLU Delhi} Abstract: This paper provides a concise overview of the relationship between Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and economic development, highlighting their critical interdependence and the significant role they play in shaping global economies. Intellectual Property (IP) refers to intangible assets, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, […]
Copyright Infringement of Songs in Weddings:- IPR Club
Copyright Infringement of Songs in Weddings Written by Shubhra Pallavita Satpathy [KIIT SCHOOL OF LAW, BHUBANESWAR] Introduction Consider a film in which there is no background music. Not very appetizing, is it? Isn’t the day of your wedding its own film? What would it be without the music, then? Music is essential to the soul […]
Unlocking Data Exclusivity Under Article 39.3 of the TRIPS Agreement
Unlocking Data Exclusivity Under Article 39.3 of the TRIPS Agreement The intricate world of intellectual property and global trade has witnessed the emergence of a crucial concept in recent times: Data Exclusivity. Nestled within the framework of the TRIPS Agreement, specifically under Article 39.3, this concept represents a unique layer of protection for valuable undisclosed […]
From Borders to Bytes: How International Law Shapes the Fintech Law
From Borders to Bytes: How International Law Shapes the Fintech Law “Fintech” is a term derived from combining “financial” and “technology.” It encompasses a wide range of businesses and technologies that employ advanced digital solutions to enhance and streamline financial services and operations. These fintech firms utilize state-of-the-art technology like mobile applications, blockchain, artificial intelligence, […]
Cable Television and Copyright Protection in India
Cable Television and Copyright Protection in India:- IPR Club Written by Ekanandanayaka S [NUALS] Introduction: Cable television is a type of television transmission system that distributes television signals to subscribers via coaxial or fibre-optic cables. Cable television has been a popular form of television delivery in India since the early 1990s. The cable television industry […]
PROTECTION OF ICONS OF MOBILE APPLICATIONS UNDER INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAWS IN CONTEXT TO ITS RELEVANCE IN THE DIGITAL AGE
PROTECTION OF ICONS OF MOBILE APPLICATIONS UNDER INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAWS IN CONTEXT TO ITS RELEVANCE IN THE DIGITAL AGE Written by Utkarsh Singh Kachhawaha INTRODUCTION What are application icons? In simpler words these are visuals that represent any application or software and help people recognize them. So, we can say that they work in a […]
THE NEW WAVE OF DIGITAL COPYRIGHTS, AN ANALYSIS
THE NEW WAVE OF DIGITAL COPYRIGHTS, AN ANALYSIS Written by: Evelyn Jeniffer.S Copyright exists in the original work of authorship. With changes in time and technological developments, the medium of expression in which ‘work’ is stored or published has changed from conventional modes and mediums to digital means. Digitalisation has brought tremendous ease and convenience, […]
Section 3(k) of Indian Patents Act 1970: A hindrance to innovations
Section 3(k) of Indian Patents Act 1970: A hindrance to innovations Written by Manik [NLU, Jodhpur] Introduction Section 3 of the Patents Act, 1970 (hereinafter referred to as the Act) is an exclusion clause and states that a mathematical, a business method or a computer programme are not patentable as mentioned in section 3 (k) […]