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Patently insufficient: a new intellectual property treaty does little to protect Māori traditional knowledge

The problem of “biopiracy” – the misappropriation and patenting for profit of Indigenous knowledge – has been on the rise for some time. So a global treaty aimed at protecting traditional knowledge and genetic resources should be a welcome development.

The Conversation

Patents based on traditional knowledge are often ‘biopiracy’. A new international treaty will finally combat this

Last week, at a conference in Geneva, the member states of the World Intellectual Property Organisation agreed on a new treaty aimed at preventing the for-profit piracy of traditional knowledge.

The Conversation

The Mirage of China's I.P. Theft

As allegations of intellectual property theft swirl, a deeper look reveals a tale of phony numbers and twisted data.

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Wiggle sale revealed to be £3m to second-best Frasers Group

Business tycoon Mike Ashley scooped up intellectual property after initial deal fell through

Cycling Weekly

Scarlett Johansson’s OpenAI clash is just the start of legal wrangles over artificial intelligence

Hollywood star’s claim ChatGPT update used an imitation of her voice highlights tensions over rapidly accelerating technology

The Guardian - UK

Voice Actors Sue AI Firm For Voice Theft

Voice actors sue AI firm for using their voices in AI-generated content without permission, raising concerns about intellectual property rights in AI techn...

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Microsoft Faces 2 Million Verdict In Cortana Patent Lawsuit

Microsoft ordered to pay 2 million in Cortana patent trial, underscoring the legal complexities of intellectual property rights in the tech industry.

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Meet on IPR exhorts scientists to document traditional knowledge

A workshop on Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) held at CSIR-National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (NIIST) here has called upon the scientific community to document traditional knowledge in a judicious manner to guard against their misuse by vested interests by various means including bio piracy.

The Hindu

Dungeons & Dragons at 50: You Can't Copyright Fun

How lax intellectual property rules created a nerd culture phenomenon

Reason

US Official Expresses Concern Over IPR Infringement In China

US official highlights ongoing concerns about intellectual property rights infringement in China and the need for continued vigilance and cooperation to ad...

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HP Faces Lawsuit From Wex For Trademark Infringement

HP faces legal challenge from Wex over 'Wex' software name, highlighting importance of protecting intellectual property in tech industry.

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Amazon To Pay 5 Million In Cloud-Storage Patent Dispute

US jury orders Amazon to pay 5 million in patent infringement case over cloud-storage technology.

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Apple Seeks Reversal Of Apple Watch Import Ban In US

Apple appeals against import ban on certain Apple Watch models due to patent infringement, highlighting the complexities of intellectual property disputes ...

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Kim Kardashian Sued For Allegedly Using Knockoff Furniture Designs

Kim Kardashian faces lawsuit for using alleged knockoff Donald Judd furniture in her office, sparking a legal battle over intellectual property rights.

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California police force asked to stop using Lego on mugshots

Lego asked officers to ‘refrain from using their intellectual property’

Caixin Global

U.S. Fiber-Optic Connector Maker Alleges Chinese Firms’ Imports Infringe Patents

US Conec files complaint with U.S. trade watchdog alleging violations of its intellectual property rights by 19 companies including five from the Chinese mainland

The Guardian - UK

It’s daylight e-robbery: how entrepreneurs feel powerless as their work is ripped off

It’s no longer just familiar designer goods that are faked. Counterfeiters now spread their net much wider

International Business Times

Tennessee Makes History With Landmark Legislation To Protect Artists From AI

The move has been hailed as a crucial defense of artists' intellectual property rights in an era increasingly dominated by technological advances.

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IP-Backed Financing: Valuation, Benefits, And Risks Explained

Explore the significance of intellectual property (IP) valuation, benefits, and risks in business financing for startups and lower- to middle-market companies.

The Guardian - UK

Google fined €250m in France for breaching intellectual property deal

Watchdog accuses US tech firm of not negotiating in ‘good faith’ with publishers over use of their content

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British High Court Rules Against Craig Wright's Bitcoin Claim

British high court rules against Craig Wright's claim to be bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto, impacting intellectual property rights and ongoing disputes i...

International Business Times

New York Times Sends Copyright Notices To Wordle Clone Developers, Sparks Controversy

The New York Times' crackdown on Wordle clones triggers debate over copyright infringement and its impact on creativity in the digital sphere.

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s for the judge to decide’: Stelios Haji-Ioannou’s battle to defend his Easy brand

The tycoon behind the low-cost franchise is ever vigilant for companies he suspects of infringing his intellectual property

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Former Google Engineer Charged With Stealing AI Trade Secrets

Former Google engineer arrested for stealing AI trade secrets for China. FBI warns of Chinese threat to US intellectual property.

The Times of India

Who is Satoshi Nakamoto, the creator of bitcoin?

This week, a trial in the UK is addressing the most significant unresolved issue in the cryptocurrency realm: the identity of Bitcoin's creator, Satoshi Nakamoto. The ongoing trial involving Craig Wright, the self-proclaimed inventor of Bitcoin, has taken an bizarre turn with the emergence of explosive testimony from individuals claiming…

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