Introduction One of the most overlooked aspects of intellectual property right protection is the moral right domain. Despite the increasing pool of information and the…
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Introduction In recent years, the film industry has undergone a significant transformation due to the rapid advancement of digital technology. This technology has enabled filmmakers…
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Background On the 15th day of November 2021, in what appeared as a “Be your brother’s keeper consciousness”, The Internet broke with the rumor that…
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“Except in relation to a certification trademark, a mark used or proposed to be used in relation to goods for the purpose of indicating,…
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The music industry has undergone significant changes in recent years and while the world grapples with mending fully to the transition from physical…
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