Can AI Artwork Get Copyright? Delhi High Court Gives Copyright Office 8 Weeks to Decide Stephen Thaler Plea
Introduction The issue of whether artificial intelligence (AI) can be a copyright holder has been taken to Indian courts. The…
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Madras High Court Denies Injunction Against Actor Vijay’s Party Flag in Intellectual Property Dispute, Granting Relief to TVK
Marking a major development of recent interest, Madras High Court has given a major legal thrust into the intellectual property…
Delhi High Court Restrains Rogue Websites from Unauthorized FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Broadcasts
In this paper, the author has examined the DAZN Limited & Anr. vs. Buffsports.me & Ors., a case reported in the Delhi High Court which provides a dynamic injunction against illicit streaming of sports. It describes the role of the court regarding the copyright and the right to broadcast during the digital era and the necessity to stop online piracy.
Justice Surya Kant Clarifies Copyright vs. Design Protection in Industrial IP Disputes
Justice Surya Kant distinguished copyright and design protection in industrial IP disputes, ruling that artistic works lose copyright protection once industrially applied beyond the Designs Act’s threshold. The Supreme Court emphasized statutory limits, prioritizing design law to prevent overlap and ensure clarity in IP enforcement.
Intellectual Property Challenges of the Operation Sindoor Logo: Analyzing Trademark and Copyright Protections
Protecting the Operation Sindoor logo demands both trademark registration to secure exclusive usage rights and copyright to shield the design itself. Challenges include ensuring distinctiveness, preventing unauthorized adaptations, policing third-party uses, managing global registrations under international treaties, and legal frameworks.
Who Owns the Copyright of Ghibli Images and What Indian Laws Say About Foreign Works
The copyright of Studio Ghibli images is strongly retained by the studio and its authorized rights holders. The images are protected under Japanese copyright law and, consequently, are protected in all countries that are signatories to the Berne Convention, including India. The Indian Copyright Act of 1957 applies equal protection to foreign works as domestic works, so any unauthorized copying of images by Studio Ghibli in India will be open to scrutiny by the law. The law offers strict remedies against infringement and is constantly updating itself to keep up with the digital challenges