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D.Gowthami Reddy, Partner, M/s.Pentallect Partners

IP UNFOLD MONTHLY IP INFO-APRIL, 2025

1. Viva Holdings, along with its 37 subsidiaries, has signed the Ecommerce MOU to strengthen protection of its digital content and retail products against piracy. IPOPHL sees this as a major move encouraging more creatives to protect their IP rights. Viva emphasized that piracy threatens a large portion of its revenue, and stronger collaboration with platforms is crucial for sustaining the creative industry.   2. The USPTO has granted a patent to Ramper, a Web3 startup under Vietnam's Ninety Eight, for its social login feature that simplifies access to Web3 apps using platforms like Google and Facebook. This innovation addresses accessibility barriers in Web3 and signals strong progress for Vietnam’s blockchain sector. The patent also highlights Vietnamese startups’ growing global ambitions in the tech space.   3. The Supreme Court of New Zealand ruled that while copyright is relationship property under the PRA, Sirpa Alalääkkölä retains sole ownership and control of her artwo...
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D.Gowthami Reddy, Partner, M/s.Pentallect Partners

IP UNFOLD - Weekly IP Info DECEMBER 8-14, 2024

 

IP UNFOLD -  Weekly IP Info 


1. ANI Sues OpenAI for Copyright Infringement

The Indian news agency ANI has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, accusing the AI company of using its articles without permission to train ChatGPT. The case is set to be heard by the Delhi High Court in January 2025.


2. UAE Sees Significant Growth in IP Registrations

The UAE has witnessed a notable increase in intellectual property registrations in 2024. Trademark filings have surged by 39%, while overall IP registrations rose by 34.3%. This rise highlights the country’s strong focus on innovation and economic development.


 3. Myanmar Issues First Trademark Certificates Under New Law

Myanmar’s Intellectual Property Department has issued the first trademark registration certificates under its new 2019 Trademark Law. The move strengthens legal protections for trademark owners, with the system encouraging early registration for greater rights.


 4. US Motion Picture Association Calls for Clarity in Singapore's Copyright Rules


            

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The U.S. Motion Picture Association has called for clearer copyright guidelines in Singapore, particularly concerning data mining exceptions for AI companies. The group urges the country to introduce an opt-out mechanism for copyright holders, warning that current rules may allow AI to use copyrighted works without compensation.


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