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UK IPO Endorses Streamlined Copyright Hub
August 31, 2012 by Nora Sleeth (IPilogue Editor) In July the UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) released a report on copyright licensing in the digital age. The report details the response of the UK Government to Professor Ian Hargreaves’ recommendation of a Digital Copyright Exchange (DCE).
Imperial Tobacco v Philip Morris: Product Packaging Alone Creates Consumer Confusion
July 29, 2012 by Nora Sleeth (IPilogue Editor) On June 29, the Federal Court of Appeal allowed in part Imperial Tobacco’s lawsuit against Philip Morris, holding that the appearance of Imperial Tobacco’s packaging was in and of itself a trademark. The full decision may be read here.
New Tariff Aims to Benefit Struggling Musicians by Discouraging Dancing?
July 7, 2012 by Nora Sleeth (IPilogue Editor) On May 31, the Copyright Board of Canada certified a new tariff on the use of recorded music played at events such as weddings, karaoke, and conventions. The tariff will be paid to collective Re:Sound, which represents the rights of artists and music labels.
New UK Code Pulls ISPs into the Anti-Piracy Battle
June 22, 2012 by Nora Sleeth (IPilogue Editor) The UK will likely be implementing new anti-piracy measures through the publication of a new code this month. |
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