The media and entertainment sector is currently undergoing a metamorphosis, driven by the emergence of groundbreaking virtual and augmented technologies. As per a PwC study, AI’s impact on this sector could soar to $15.7 trillion by 2030, illustrating the profound…
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Global Patent Filings Dip for the First Time in 14 Years | Lex Protector
For over a decade, global innovation has been on a steady rise, reflected in a consistent increase in patent filings. But a recent report by the United Nations World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) throws a curveball. For the first time…
Navigating the Legal Maze: AI, IP Rights, and the Quest for Clarity
Lately, a bunch of countries, like the USA and the UK, have made it clear that their local laws don’t really recognize the outputs of artificial intelligence (AI). Figuring out what exactly qualifies as ‘autonomous inventions’ versus ‘AI aided inventions’…
Protection of Intellectual Property in China: The Power of Customs Registration
In today’s fast-paced global economy, intellectual property (IP) has become a vital asset for businesses worldwide. China, with its burgeoning market and complex legal landscape, presents both immense opportunities and potential challenges for IP protection. For rights holders navigating this terrain,…
Empowering International Sellers: A Success Story on Amazon US
In the dynamic landscape of e-commerce, breaking into new markets poses significant challenges, especially for international sellers seeking a foothold on platforms like Amazon US. Yet, in just a fortnight, our firm showcased the power of expertise and dedication in…
Copyright Infringement in the Music Industry : Fighting Back with DMCA Takedown Notices
Copyright infringement in the music industry occurs when someone uses, copies, distributes, or performs copyrighted musical works without obtaining proper authorization from the copyright owner. This unauthorized use violates the exclusive rights granted to the copyright holder, which typically include…
Naked Licensing: A Legal and Financial Minefield | Trademark Registration
Trademarks are source identifiers that distinguish one product or service from others in the marketplace. They are visual, auditory, or even tactile indicators that consumers can use to identify the source of a good or service. When a trademark is…
CAN THE PACKAGING OF A PRODUCT BE TRADEMARKED?
Distinctive packaging to allure the consumer to purchase or even inspect goods in the market, has become sort of the newest trend. But some of these packaging revelations are not just trendy. They are unique in keeping traction of their…
Unregistered Trademarks and their IP Protection
Introduction Registration of a trademark under the Indian Trade Marks Act, 1999, is not mandatory. As a result, both registered and unregistered trademarks are defendable in India through a passing off or infringement lawsuit in a court of law. India,…
Infringement of Copyright on Tattoos in India | Copyright Infringement
Tattoos have always been a part of self-expression, but the legal quandary regarding who owns the expression and where the right to sue lies, is still a very nascent subject in the Indian jurisdiction. This post aims at seeking, what…