Labubu and the Law: Fashion, Fast Fashion, and IP Protection
Introduction: From Viral Trend to Legal Battleground Pop Mart introduced the world to Labubu, as quirky little collectible that soon became both a viral sensation […]
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Painting the Town Red? Not Without Exide’s Permission
Introduction In a landmark trade dress infringement case, the Calcutta High Court, in Exide Industries Ltd. v. Amara Raja Energy and Mobility Ltd., reaffirmed the […]
Crash Course on Patent Agent Exam, 2026 (1st November 2025- 14th December 2025)- The IP Press
Dates: 1st November 2025- 14 December 2025Weekend live sessions from industry experts! About the Course: This Crash Course on Patent Agent Exam, 2026 is designed to […]
The Challenges of Trademarking Taste in India: Legal Barriers and Future Possibilities
Short summary – Taste, from kitchen staples to luxury experiences, serves as a remarkable identifier of brands. This article discusses the challenges in trademarking taste […]
The Founder’s Blueprint: How an IP Audit Secures Your Startup’s Future
In a world driven by relentless innovation, your startup’s most valuable assets are likely not found on a balance sheet. They are the patents securing […]
From Holdout to Payout: Delhi HC’s Landmark FRAND Ruling in Dolby v. Lava
The 10 July 2025 decision given by the Delhi High Court in Dolby International AB & Anr v. Lava International Ltd by Justice Amit Bansal […]
Battle of Panchagavya and Patent: Combating for Traditional Knowledge in IP Regime
Introduction Traditional knowledge (TK) is a type of intellectual property but also possesses distinct attributes. Unlike conventional intellectual property, TK encompasses the skills, practices, and […]
Remix, Reuse, or Rip-off? Rethinking Copyright and Cultural Exceptions in India’s Music Industry
ABSTRACT: In this era of digitization and viral content creation, Indian music industry stands at the intersection of tradition and innovation. A resurgence of remixing […]
Certificate Course on IP in Music Industry (27th September to 19th October 2025)- The IP Press
Are you captivated by the magic of music and intrigued by the legal frameworks that protect and shape this ever-evolving industry? If so, we have […]
Celebrating Innovation: Launch of Our AI & IP Law Newsletter | The IP Press |
Greetings from The IP Press. The IP Press proudly launches its first ever Artificial Intelligence and Intellectual Property Rights Newsletter this Independence Day — a […]
Free Certificate Course on Basics of IPR | Dates: 30th August – 7th September 2025
About the course Intellectual property is the currency of the tech world. The pharmaceutical patent for Lipitor generated over $100 billion in revenue, the copyright […]
Prompt. Generate. Infringe? Midjourney and the War for Creative Control
A micro start-up of Sans Frangois, with less than a dozen staff members and reportedly $300 million in revenue in 2024, is now facing a […]
A Dangerous Precedent? Evaluating the Judicial Overreach of Public Policy in Trademark Recognition
In a recent decision, the Bombay High Court denied the status of a well-known Trademark to TikTok. TikTok’s application under Rule 124 of the Trademarks […]
Can Trump’s Tariffs Change the Global IP Landscape? An Analysis
According to U.S President Donald Trump, “‘Tariffs’ is the most beautiful word in the dictionary.” While many countries’ heads of state flocked to the Oval […]
Certificate Course on AI and IP Laws (19th July – 3rd August 2025)- The IP Press
This course offers an in-depth exploration of the intersection between Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Intellectual Property (IP). It is designed for law students to understand […]
IP Day Goes Desi: Court Upholds Copyright in Indian Classical Music
In a recent judgement dated April 25, the Delhi High Court granted an interim injunction in favour of the Plaintiff in a copyright infringement suit […]
THE LEGAL IMPACT OF THE AI ACT ON INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAWS
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing the game across industries, but it also brings a major headache for intellectual property (IP) laws, especially copyright. The European […]
Stolen Stories or Legal Loopholes?: Dissecting the Sky Force Copyright Dispute
Copyright disputes in the film industry are not new, but they continue to test the delicate balance between intellectual property rights and commercial interests. The […]
When a Name Becomes Untouchable: The Delhi HC’s Ruling on “PETER ENGLAND”
The recent case of Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd. v. Friends Inc[1]. highlights a significant development in Indian trademark law, particularly regarding the enforcement […]
SRAI’s Registration as a Copyright Society: A Landmark Victory for Indian Screenwriters
The Screenwriters Rights Association of India (SRAI) has been recognized as a Copyright Society under the Copyright Act, 1957 on December 30th, 2024. This marks […]