Part 3- Patent Protection and Contractual Relationships In the last part of this trail, we delve into the third IP right, patents and conclude the series with one of the most important contractual agreements that take place in eGaming industry, contracts between developers and publishers, and their essential elements. Essentially, a patent is a legal … Continue reading “Protecting Virtual Worlds: Navigating Patent in the eGaming Industry”
The Significance of Trademarks in eGaming: Building and Protecting Brand Identity
Part 2- Trademarks in eGaming As we move further in the series, we come across the most important aspect of building a profitable gaming platform, i.e. trademarks. The very genesis of this IP right was to balance the rights of those who are able to establish their brand entity with the new ones that enter … Continue reading The Significance of Trademarks in eGaming: Building and Protecting Brand Identity
“Protecting Virtual Worlds: Navigating Intellectual Property in the eGaming Industry”
Part 1- Introduction and Copyright The eGaming Industry has emerged as one of the most dynamic and prosperous sectors globally. From its humble beginnings as a niche leisure activity, the industry has evolved into a million-dollar industry, captivating millions of players worldwide and attracting significant investment. In 2022, the worldwide gaming market generated nearly 347 … Continue reading “Protecting Virtual Worlds: Navigating Intellectual Property in the eGaming Industry”
The Rise of Fantasy Sports in India and Its Legal Quagmire
The journey of Fantasy Gaming in India has been quite an intriguing one. The industry has surged in popularity in India, transforming from a niche pastime to a mainstream phenomenon. The allure of fantasy gaming lies in its unique blend of strategic thinking and real-time sports excitement, allowing users to create and manage their own … Continue reading The Rise of Fantasy Sports in India and Its Legal Quagmire
“Safeguarding Cinematic Creations: Comprehensive Guide to Copyright Protection for Films in India”
What is a Copyright? Copyright protects the right of creators of literary, dramatic, musical and artistic works and producers of cinematography films and sound recordings. It gives the rights including, inter alias, rights of reproduction, communication to the public, adaptation and translation of the work. Copyright ensures certain minimum safeguards of the rights of authors … Continue reading “Safeguarding Cinematic Creations: Comprehensive Guide to Copyright Protection for Films in India”
BATTLE OF “FAIR & HANDSOME V GLOW & HANDSOME”
Emami, an Indian consumer goods company, and Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL), a major multinational consumer goods company, have been engaged in a trademark dispute. Emami alleges that HUL infringed on its popular "Glow & Handsome" skincare brand trademark. This case is significant because it highlights the intense competition in India's consumer goods industry. Both Emami … Continue reading BATTLE OF “FAIR & HANDSOME V GLOW & HANDSOME”
DEMYSTIFYING THE DESIGN ACT: UPHOLDING INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS THROUGH ORIGINAL DESIGN PRESERVATION
Introduction: One of the most important legislation of controlling the protection of designs in India is the Design Act, 2000. This act, which was passed with the intention of advancing and defending the rights of designers, is essential to the development of economic growth, innovation, and creativity. India has made significant progress in establishing a … Continue reading DEMYSTIFYING THE DESIGN ACT: UPHOLDING INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS THROUGH ORIGINAL DESIGN PRESERVATION
Protection of Design: Intellectual Property Rights for Fashion Houses in India
India has a very vast and diverse fashion industry which is worth so much money. However, piracy and plagiarism of design is growing concern for the Indian market. As designers and fashion houses are not educated about these laws that are there to protect their artistry work. The Designs Act, 2000, the Trademark Act of … Continue reading Protection of Design: Intellectual Property Rights for Fashion Houses in India
Exploring the Spectrum via Blue bottle case: The Feasibility of Registering Colors as Trademarks for Products
Marico limited manufactures Parachute coconut oil. Parachute is a household name in India with consumers not only using it as a hair oil but also using it as an edible oil. Parachute Coconut oil and its blue bottle have become synonymous. The distinctive blue packaging of the Parachute Coconut Oil serves the dual purpose of … Continue reading Exploring the Spectrum via Blue bottle case: The Feasibility of Registering Colors as Trademarks for Products
Trademark Infringement Alert: Repurposing Bottles Embossed with Another Party’s Mark for Own Products
Anheuser-Busch LLC v. Surjeet Lal, 2022 SCC OnLine Del 772 Bench:- Justice Prathiba M. Singh FACTS OF THE CASE Anheuser-Busch LLC is the owner of the popular beer brand ‘Budweiser’. They filed for an injunction against M/s. SOM Distilleries and Breweries Ltd. They alleged that their 'BUDWEISER' marked bottles were being reused by the defendants … Continue reading Trademark Infringement Alert: Repurposing Bottles Embossed with Another Party’s Mark for Own Products
