Growth of Virtual Youtubers and IP Complications
Introduction In the 21st century, a virtual identity is not a new concept. It varies from creating an alternate persona on a social media account to voicing an animated character in a movie. The idea of the Virtual Individual was explored and popularised by the game Second Life. The sudden growth of Virtual YouTubers (Vtubers) has […]
Who Owns the Information, and Why It Matters in an Era of Information Surveillance?
Introduction Although it is indisputable that a system for the efficient protection of personal data is necessary, India, along with a number of other jurisdictions, has had difficulty formulating a system that is optimal for a number of reasons. First, in order to effectively safeguard the interests of the data principal, laws governing Digital Intellectual Property and […]
IP Protection For Fintech Companies
Introduction With advent in technology, Fintech industry has been thriving in the recent past. Fintech is the technology, involved in the financial sector. According to a report titled “$1Tn India Fintech Opportunity”, by Chiratae Ventures and Ernest and Young, Indian Fintech is expected to record a revenue of $200 Billion, it also emphasised that the […]
Analysing Amazon’s Strategic Approach to Tackle Patent Infringement
Introduction The term ‘Amazon’ in our age means global dominance in terms of electronic commerce. Amazon was originally construed as an internet retailer or manufacturer of goods ranging from books, houseware, utility products, clothing to many varied ranges of products. Amazon emerged as a giant in commercial practices with its effective USP. It aimed to […]
Infringement of copyright and fair usage of IP Laws
Copyright infringement & fair use The term ‘Intellectual’ implies that it is specific to the mind or talent. Thus, Intellectual property refers to the creation of the human mind. It is non-physical (intangible) and it derives its value from ideas. It is a legal concept that confers the right to owners and creators of the […]
Rise of Social Media: Potential Risks of Trademark Infringement
Trademark; Meaning and need of laws Trademark infringement is the unauthorized use of a trademark which is one of the various ways in which intellectual property rights are violated. In layman, language trademark is a sign that assists distinguish the product of a particular firm from the products of other firms of similar nature. The […]
Rise of Social Media: Potential Risks of Trademark Infringement
Trademark; Meaning and need of laws Trademark infringement is the unauthorized use of a trademark which is one of the various ways in which intellectual property rights are violated. In layman, language trademark is a sign that assists distinguish the product of a particular firm from the products of other firms of similar nature. The evolution […]
Lights Camera Action : Role Of Intellectual Property In Indian Cinema
Introduction A growing number of daily releases makes India’s copyright laws particularly important in . Evaluating the original author of such works is of critical importance in order to protect and further encourage individuals to partake in the creative business of creating movies, even though the audience watching such works may be unaware of the […]
Lights Camera Action : Role Of Intellectual Property In Indian Cinema
Introduction A growing number of daily releases makes India’s copyright laws particularly important in . Evaluating the original author of such works is of critical importance in order to protect and further encourage individuals to partake in the creative business of creating movies, even though the audience watching such works may be unaware of the […]
Role Of Intellectual Property Rights In The Era Of Quantum Technology
Introduction Recent advances in the technical field of quantum technologies have not only experienced high amount of attention in information science and software engineering disciplines but also gained a wide interest of government due to its complexity and global significance. The unique characteristics and advanced applications of quantum computing technologies are vast and vary from […]