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09/07/2024
German Federal Supreme Court Rules AI Cannot Be Named as Inventor (Germany)
According to an article from Eversheds Sutherland, the German Federal Supreme Court has affirmed that an artificial intelligence system cannot be legally recognized as an inventor under current patent laws. The decision reiterates that only natural ..

09/07/2024
AI Patent Boom: China Leads the World (China)
According to an article from ItaliaVeranews, China has taken the lead globally in filing patents for generative artificial intelligence (AI). A report from the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) reveals that the number of international ..

09/07/2024
OpenAI and GitHub Win Digital Copyright Battle (USA)
According to an article on Bloomberg Law, OpenAI and GitHub have successfully defended against digital copyright claims brought by a group of programmers. The lawsuit, which attracted significant attention in the tech and legal communities, revolved ..

07/07/2024
Addressing the Copyright Dilemma of AI-Generated Content in China (China)
According to an article from China Daily, the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) and its ability to generate content has created a legal conundrum regarding intellectual property rights (IPR) in China. The nation's current laws do not ..

05/07/2024
AI Threatens Fair Compensation: The Legal Battle Against Google (USA)
According to an article from Agenda Digitale, a recent partial victory for Google in a class action lawsuit has reignited debates about data privacy and copyright in the AI era. The lawsuit, involving prominent writers and journalists, highlights the ..

05/07/2024
UK Court Accelerates Patent Trials in Response to UPC Competition (UK)
According to an article from IAM Media, the UK courts have begun fast-tracking patent trials to stay competitive with the Unified Patent Court (UPC) system. This acceleration aims to ensure that the UK remains an attractive venue for patent litigation, ..

05/07/2024
Nintendo's Stance on Generative AI in Gaming (Japan)
According to an article from Everyeye, Nintendo has decided against using generative AI technologies in their games. The company cites specific reasons for this decision, including concerns over creative integrity and the potential for AI to undermine the ..

04/07/2024
Canadian Creators Demand AI Training Transparency (Canada)
Based on an article from iNFOnews, Canadian creators and publishers are urging the government to enforce transparency regarding the use of their content in training generative AI systems. These systems, which can produce text, images, and code, rely on ..

04/07/2024
OpenAI and TIME Forge Multi-Year Partnership for Enhanced AI-Driven Journalism (USA)
According to an article on OpenAI, OpenAI and TIME have entered into a multi-year content partnership to integrate TIME's vast archive of journalism into OpenAI's AI models. This partnership, announced on June 28, 2024, allows OpenAI to access over a ..

29/06/2024
AI Companies Face Copyright Lawsuits from Recording Industry (USA)
According to The Wrap, the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has filed lawsuits against several AI companies, alleging copyright infringement. The lawsuits claim that these AI companies have used copyrighted music without proper ..

28/06/2024
OpenAI and Microsoft Face Legal Battle Over Copyright Violations (USA)
Based on multiple sources, including The Register and WCBE, OpenAI and Microsoft are currently embroiled in a significant legal dispute involving accusations of exploitative copyright infringement. Eight major U.S. newspapers, including The New York Daily ..

26/06/2024
Emerging Trends in IP Enforcement: The Role of AI and Machine Learning (UK)
According to an article from the Journal of Intellectual Property Law & Practice, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in intellectual property (IP) enforcement is reshaping legal landscapes. The article explores ..

24/06/2024
AI's Role in Elevating Creative Content: UTA Study Insights (USA)
According to an article on The Wrap, a recent study by United Talent Agency (UTA) presented at the Cannes Lions festival highlights the growing acceptance and utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) in creative industries. The study, titled "AI Takes ..

20/06/2024
French Translators Urge Cautious AI Use in Translation (France)
According to an article from Livres Hebdo, the Société française des traducteurs (SFT) has called for a moderate approach to the use of AI in translation. This stance follows a consultation with its members conducted between November ..

17/06/2024
Showrunner AI Shakes Up Hollywood Again (USA)
According to an article from Giornalettismo, Hollywood faces new challenges with the emergence of Showrunner, an advanced AI platform capable of creating short films from simple prompts. Developed by "The Simulation" in San Francisco, Showrunner utilizes ..

12/06/2024
Critical Omission in AI Patent Eligibility Case Law (USA)
Based on an article by IPWatchdog, a critical analysis reveals a notable omission in the current patent eligibility case law concerning artificial intelligence (AI). The article argues that the absence of a specific word—'technological'—in ..

02/06/2024
Impact of Google's AI Search on Online Publishers (USA)
According to an article by The New York Times, Google's introduction of AI-driven search summaries is raising concerns among online publishers about the potential decline in website traffic and subsequent ad revenue. This shift, announced during Google ..

29/05/2024
Judges Favor Summary Judgment on Copyright, Rejecting Fair Use in Generative AI Cases (USA)
According to an analysis by Bloomberg Law, recent judicial trends indicate a growing preference among judges to rule against fair use in generative AI (GenAI) copyright cases, favoring summary judgments instead. The key case influencing this trend ..

22/05/2024
Scarlett Johansson Sues OpenAI for Unauthorized Use of Her Voice and Likeness (USA)
According to an article on Yahoo News, Scarlett Johansson has initiated legal action against OpenAI, alleging that the company used her voice and likeness without permission in one of their AI applications. Johansson's legal team claims that OpenAI's new ..

20/05/2024
Jackie Shroff's Legal Battle to Protect Personality Rights (India)
According to an article from India Today, Bollywood actor Jackie Shroff has filed a petition in the Delhi High Court seeking protection for his name, likeness, and the use of his nickname "Bhidu" without authorization. On May 14, 2024, Shroff initiated ..

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