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Getting started with your Assignment Agreement: roles and red flags

This article serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding and drafting an Assignment Agreement. It outlines the legal framework governing assignments under Indian law. I will walk you through drafting the agreement and common mistakes to avoid to ensure enforceable agreements, making it a valuable resource for business, creators, and legal professionals navigating assignments. 
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Streaming platforms and Intellectual Property: Who owns what on OTT platforms like Netflix and Hotstar?

The rise of OTT platforms like Netflix and Hotstar has transformed digital entertainment, but the question of intellectual property (IP) ownership behind streamed content remains complex. This article explores the intricate web of IP rights, copyrights, trademarks, moral rights, and licensing agreements that govern content on these platforms, particularly in the Indian context. The article provides practical steps to secure and manage IP, ensuring content remains a valuable, protected asset in the streaming economy.
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AI compliance: How developers can meet global standards

This guide navigates the complex intersection of AI development and copyright law, addressing legal and ethical challenges for developers training AI models with copyrighted content. This article explores how copying protected materials (e.g., books, music, databases) for AI training can infringe copyrights unless exceptions like fair use or permissions apply. This article also outlines international frameworks and national laws, including the UK’s proposed text and data mining exception, the US’s fair use doctrine, and India’s narrow fair dealing under the Copyright Act, 1957. 
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How to file an International Trademark via the Madrid Protocol

In this article, I will guide you step-by-step on how to file an international trademark through the Madrid Protocol, specifically if you are applying from India. I will also walk you through using the WIPO website for filings and portfolio management, and I will include practical tips drawn from real experiences. Whether you are a trademark attorney assisting clients or a business owner protecting your own brand, this guide will help you navigate the international trademark landscape with confidence.
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Filing a PCT application: Your complete guide to protecting inventions beyond borders

In this article, I shall walk you through the PCT process step-by-step, from filing your initial application in India to entering the national phase in foreign countries. Whether you are new to patents or someone who has filed a few applications before, this guide will provide clarity, practical insights, and the answers to common questions.