Crash Course on Patent Agent Examination 2023 (25th March 2023 to 30th April 2023)- The IP Press
Following a favorable outcome of preparing candidates for the patent agent exam in 2022, The IP Press presents the second cohort of the Crash Course […]
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2022 IPR NOTEWORTHY JUDGEMENTS- THE IP PRESS
Greetings from The IP Press! We wish you a very Happy 2023! This document contains the compilation of significant judgments of 2022 which are related […]
Free Quiz in Intellectual Property Rights- The IP Press (3rd January 2023)
Celebrate new beginnings with friends, family, and a fun Intellectual Property trivia quiz this year! We are delighted to organize a Quiz competition on intellectual […]
Intellectual Property in the FIFA World Cup Finals: Technology and Branding Galore
Background Ecuador’s disbelief as the opening goal of the 2022 World Cup was disallowed by new semi-automated offside technology,[1] Germany’s wing-shaped, maroon graphic jersey[2] worn […]
RAJNIGANDHA v RAJNIPAAN: A classic case of deceptive similarity
INTRODUCTION Pan Masala as an industry is seeing an immense surge recently in terms of trade and consumption. The data regarding its consumption shows significant […]
Analyzing the Contentious Section 52(1)(za) of the Copyright Act, 1957
In the present article, the author seeks to understand the controversy surrounding Section 52(1)(za), a fair use provision exempting wedding events from requiring a copyright license for the music played therein. A recent judgement involving an Expert is used as the basis and the reasons for dissent are enumerated. Further, the contentious section is looked at from a modern perspective whilst revealing a major drawback and a method to plug the same is suggested.
Free certificate course on Trademark Law
About the course Protecting a trademark in today’s era is not just about filing and getting it registered for your client, the importance of association […]
“An attempt to mislead, if not deceive”- Calcutta HC in the case of Fox & Mandal v. Fox Mandal
The Calcutta High Court vide its order dated 15th November 2022 in its case of FOX AND MANDAL AND ORS. Vs SOMABRATA MANDAL AND ORS […]
Way Maker, Miracle Worker, and Beatmakers: Are Music Producers Entitled to Royalties?
Introduction Time and again, we hear producers complaining about being cheated out of publishing splits or not getting due credit. Earlier this year, it was […]
Call for Submissions- The IP Press Law Review, Volume I, Issue II
About the law review The IP Press Law Review (IPPLR) is an initiative of The IP Press to extend our objectives of spreading awareness on […]
Free certificate course on basics of IPR
About the course Intellectual property is the currency of the tech world. The pharmaceutical patent for Lipitor generated over $100 billion in revenue, the copyright […]
THE INTERPLAY OF INTERNATIONAL LAW AND FINTECH (FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGY)
Introduction It is of concurrence that the core object of law is to function as a regulatory mechanism to keep checks and balances on the […]
Issues to Watch as Nigerian Advertising Regulator tackles Meta
Nigeria’s advertising and marketing industry, concerning which there has long been an outcry of over-regulation, has now been burdened with even more regulations.[i] The Advertising Regulatory […]
Last 24 hours to register – Certificate Course on Fashion Law
The fashion industry generates millions of revenue and contributes significantly to the GDP of the nation. Hence, there have been numerous laws and regulations governing […]
Certificate Course on Fashion Law by The IP Press [50 seats only]
The fashion industry generates millions of revenue and contributes significantly to the GDP of the nation. Hence, there have been numerous laws and regulations governing […]
Hollywood, Bollywood, Nollywood: Legal Issues in Film Production
The film industry is a multi-faceted segment of the economy that affects people in ways that go beyond entertainment—it is a driver of social change, […]
IP LAWS AND BLOCKCHAIN: BEYOND THE GLAZING CRYSTAL BALL
Blockchain is a modern evolving technology that tends to create a transparent platform to serve the purpose of transferring information which could be a fast, […]
Pepsi Co V. Ramdev Industries: A study into trademark infringement
Introduction: This article is a study of the Delhi High Court’s recent judgment wherein Pepsi Co’s Lays, the plaintiff, was granted ad-interim relief. The Hon’ble […]
Intellectual Property and YouTube Strikes: The Nuances
In modern times, social media has evolved into a major medium of expression. Initially developed as a tool to connect people and divest from the […]
Can advertising campaigns be protected under Intellectual Property?
Delhi High Court in the case of Bright Lifecare Pvt Ltd v Vini Cosmetics Pvt Ltd Do you want to buy shoes? You searched them […]