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How AI-generated songs are fueling the rise of streaming farms
AI-powered streaming fraud is costing the music industry hundreds of millions. Now stakeholders are fighting back with new detection tools and collaborative initiatives.
In the Courts: Ed Sheeran Succeeds in Music Copyright Infringement Case, but it’s not over yet…
In May 2023, a US court found that Ed Sheeran’s hit Thinking Out Loud did not copy Marvin Gaye’s Let’s Get It On. The crux of this case was that while parts of the two songs are similar, those parts are unprotected elements that are freely available for everyone to use.
Shenzhen Shokz: Bone conduction technology for a new listening experience
Pioneering bone conduction technology developed by Shenzhen Shotz offers users a new listening experience. Find out how the company’s commitment to innovation and its robust IP strategy are enabling it to thrive.
Intellectual property, SMEs and economic recovery in Nigeria
In 2021, the WIPO Nigeria Office launched the second WIPO National IP Essay Competition as part of its World Intellectual Property Day activities. Read the winning essay by Oyinkansola Komolafe entitled Intellectual property, SMEs and Economic Recovery in Nigeria.
China’s commitment to strengthening IP judicial protection and creating a bright future for IP rights
Over the past 40 years, China has established a modern IP system with Chinese characteristics. Justice Tao Kaiyuan, Vice President of the Supreme People’s Court of the People’s Republic of China discusses the measures taken to strengthen the country’s IP judicial system.
A closer look at specialized intellectual property courts
Professor Jacques de Werra explores the advantages and disadvantages associated with establishing specialized courts to handle certain types of intellectual property disputes.
WIPO hosts first IP Judges Forum
The first ever WIPO IP Judges Forum in November 2018 enabled IP judges from many countries to explore different approaches to some of the common challenges they face in adjudicating IP disputes in the fast-paced digital economy.
International Conference, Respect for IP – Growing from the Tip of Africa: Foreword
Foreword by Rory Voller Commissioner, Companies and Intellectual Property Commission, South Africa
Building respect for IP: Nigeria Customs Service on the frontline
Translating Nigeria’s huge economic potential into reality presents many challenges, including the need to improve enforcement of IP rights. Nigeria Customs Service is at the forefront of efforts to clamp down on counterfeiting and piracy in Nigeria.
Making disposal of counterfeits sustainable: the REACT way
REACT is an association that brings together some 280 rights owners from across the globe in the fight against the illegal trade in counterfeit goods. Find out more about REACT’s innovative approach to the disposal of seized counterfeit goods.
The global digital enforcement of intellectual property
Bad Actors are using technology to flood the online market with pirated and counterfeit goods. What challenges does the digital environment throw up and how can these be addressed?
Raising IP awareness among Malawi’s download generation
Using Respect for Copyright teaching materials, WIPO recently teamed up with the Copyright Society of Malawi (COSOMA) raise awareness among teachers and schoolchildren about the role and importance of copyright.
Nursery feeding made simple
British inventor and entrepreneur Mandy Haberman is a 21st-century mother of invention. She explains how intellectual property has enabled her to develop and expand her company, Haberman Baby.
3D printing and IP law
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Building respect for intellectual property – stimulating innovation and creativity
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China – on course to become an IP powerhouse
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Building respect for IP in Shanghai
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The challenge of protecting intellectual property
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Building IP awareness in Jordan – challenges and opportunities
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Beastie Boys Verdict Underscores the Importance of Clearing IP Rights
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