AI: Creator or Copier?
Introduction Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as one of the biggest game-changers in recent years because of the innovative technologies that it has set forth. AI systems are becoming prominent from healthcare to entertainment now, based on the ability to learn new things, adapt to new situations and most of all the ability to produce […]
Balancing Innovation & Rights: A Copyright Policy Proposal for Ai Training In India
PROBLEM STATEMENT The burgeoning Indian AI sector faces a critical test in reconciling the unparalleled technological advancements promised by large language models with the fundamental rights of copyright holders. AI systems may use copyrighted data to train their algorithms and produce original works. Unfettered access to online data, while fuelling innovation and economic growth, risks […]
Copyright Licensing and Competition: The Interface between Copyright and Market Competition
INTRODUCTION The relation between Competition law and IP is dynamic in nature and ever changing so there is growing interest in the relationship between Competition law and Intellectual Property especially because IP protection has expanded globally. The primary concern from the perspective of competition law is the possible violation of competition due to patent/trademark/copyright. These […]
The Tangled Web of Artificial Intelligence and Intellectual Property Rights
A new era started with the innovation of Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI systems can produce creative and novel outputs, such as computer programs, innovative ideas and artistic work, music, and other outputs. This digital advancement, raises a difficult legal question: Who is to be deemed as the rightful owner and credit bearer of output produced by […]
The Case of Copyright Infringement in the Use of Training Artificial Intelligence Vis-À-Vis the Positions in India & Us: A Critical Analysis
Introduction Artificial Intelligence has been the buzzword recently all across the globe, and we are continuously exploring more use cases of AI in our day-to-day lives than ever before. AI has not just diversified its operations but also has been more reliant and accurate with the passage of time. At the time of the advent […]
Harmonizing Creativity and Copyright: Navigating the Landscape of Music Remixes and User-Generated Content
Introduction A remix in music is attributed to a piece of composition that has been altered and customised from the original piece by adding, eliminating, enlarging certain segments of the music or tune. Today, remixes and mash ups for various songs are a medium to the innovation and creative expression of the artist. With artists […]
Comedic Copyright: Safeguarding Creative Brilliance
“Bad Artists Steal, Good Artists Copy” This famous quote from Pablo Picasso defines what creativity and innovation entails in the field of art. However, in comedy, the whole thing is a little shadier as far as joke stealing goes. So welcome to a world where each laugh is a melody while every punch-line can be […]
AI and Copyright Infringement
Introduction AI is posing a wide range of moral and legal issues, including whether AI can own copyright for the work it creates. Existing legislation states that AI cannot possess any type of copyright in the work it creates, as only human writers are granted copyright. Recently, In Stephen Thaler v. Comptroller General of Patents […]
Role of Intellectual Property in Entertainment Industry
Introduction The media and entertainment industry is a broad and ever-evolving domain that includes several industries, including music, cinema, television, fashion, and more. In this sector, intellectual property (IP) regulations are essential for defending the rights of inventors, artists, and producers. A thorough awareness of intellectual property laws is crucial, regardless of your career goals—be […]
Remakes, Reboots and Copyright
INTRODUCTION Updates and fresh takes on old favourites are a modern staple in the entertainment world. They cleverly mix novelty with memories we cherish. There’s also the puzzle of how copyright rules may shape creativity. How can we respect the old while celebrating the new and imaginative versions of timeless classics? We unravel the delicate […]