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In a previous article, we discussed the critical role of Freedom to Operate (FTO) patent searches in ensuring that your business does not infringe upon existing patents. But what about software source code, visual designs, text, or music...

Our previous article explored the distinct legal nuances between a 'patent non-infringement warranty' and 'patent indemnification'. However, when faced with a standard 'non-infringement warranty' clause in a commercial contract, many int...

When drafting or reviewing commercial agreements for IT system development, outsourced manufacturing, or software licensing, clauses governing intellectual property (IP) rights are invariably a focal point. Within these sections, you wil...

Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) are no longer the exclusive domain of telecom giants; they now represent a universal challenge for modern businesses in our hyper-connected world. As technological standardisation accelerates, masterfull...

In today's subscription-based music ecosystem, every casual tap on a streaming app triggers a complex financial chain. But have you ever wondered how the revenue from a single stream is calculated, and who actually gets paid? While rumou...

My tracks are getting millions of streams, but the money hitting my bank account is next to nothing. In today's streaming-dominated music industry, this frustrating reality is a shared grievance among countless independent creators. The ...

When you step into a café, restaurant, or salon, a ambient background music (BGM) track is often playing. Music is an essential element for setting the right mood for a business. However, did you know that when it comes to playing BGM in...

"I have a JASRAC licence, so why did I get a copyright notice?!" "If I dispute this claim, will my channel be deleted?" If you are a music creator or cover artist on YouTube, you have likely run into this frustrating scenario. However, m...

Driven by the rapid growth of IoT, "multi-component products" integrated with cellular connectivity (4G/5G)—such as connected vehicles, smart home appliances, and industrial machinery—have become market mainstream. Consequently, licensin...