Premier Li Qiang signed a State Council decree to revise rules on integrated circuit layout design protection, effective October 15. This move aims to bolster China's chip design capabilities amidst US restrictions on advanced equipment, fostering innovation in custom architectures.
A UK High Court judge orders removal of all Wolfoo videos from platforms like YouTube, ruling they illegally copied Peppa Pig audio clips, despite SConnect's claims of third-party error and in-house sound use post-2020.
A Suzhou court ordered Chinese tea chain Molly Tea to pay Louis Vuitton 10.3 million yuan for trademark infringement of a four-petal floral pattern. The ruling sparked online anger and a debate over luxury companies privatizing traditional Chinese cultural motifs.
Sony has filed a new lawsuit against AI music generator Udio, alleging infringement of 30,117 copyrighted recordings, including tracks by major artists like Beyoncé and Michael Jackson. This separate legal action follows a court's rejection of Sony's attempt to add these recordings to an earlier 2024 complaint, with Sony accusing Udio of ripping audio from YouTube for training.
Hong Kong customs officers arrested 13 people, including four aged 18 and under, and seized over HK$159 million in counterfeit merchandise during an eight-week World Cup operation. Authorities expressed concern over a rise in young people involved in online sales of fake items.
X (formerly Twitter) and a group of music publishers, led by the NMPA, have dismissed their opposing lawsuits concerning copyright infringement and anticompetitive practices. The three-year legal battle concludes without disclosure of the settlement terms.
The Delhi High Court division bench denied Google's request to stay a judgment finding it liable for trademark infringement against Hindware. The court noted potential confusion from displaying competitor websites and scheduled Google's appeal for July 24.
The New York Times and other US media outlets are seeking sanctions against OpenAI, alleging the AI company is hiding crucial evidence in a landmark copyright infringement trial. The lawsuit centers on whether AI chatbots unfairly compete with news sources by using copyrighted articles for training without compensating creators.
A Suzhou court ordered Chinese milk tea brand Molly Tea to pay Louis Vuitton 10.3 million yuan ($1.5 million) for trademark infringement due to its logo resembling LV's monogram. The verdict has sparked public support for Molly Tea online, with many expressing a loss of positive impression towards the luxury brand.
Twitch streamer Kaceytron has been suspended, with the platform citing Community Guidelines violations but offering no specific reason. Online speculation points to a livestream where she was allegedly driving while intoxicated or potential copyright issues, though neither is confirmed.
A survey of 278 teachers in Daegu revealed that 88.8% believe student smartphone use infringes on teaching rights and 79.5% feel it negatively impacts classes. Most teachers found current school management methods ineffective and called for unified regulations and strengthened guidance rights.
FIFA has rescinded the one-game ban for US striker Folarin Balogun, allowing him to play against Belgium. The ban was issued for a red card received against Bosnia and Herzegovina, which FIFA's disciplinary committee deemed rescinded under Article 27.
Texas public schools will require students to read selected Bible passages starting in the 2030-2031 school year as part of English and language arts instruction. The plan, approved by the State Board of Education, includes biblical stories and New Testament passages, aiming to expose students to influential texts. Critics express concerns about blurring lines between religious and public education and reflecting religious diversity.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un stated that denuclearisation is a non-negotiable red line and that any attempt to threaten their core interests would invite disaster. He described nuclear weapons as a self-defensive deterrent and called arguments for denuclearisation outdated. G7 leaders expressed concern over North Korea's programs and reaffirmed their commitment to complete denuclearisation.
President Lee Jae Myung acknowledged complaints about voting rights infringement due to ballot shortages in recent local elections but rejected claims of election fraud, calling them a distortion of the issue.
DJI has filed two lawsuits against Insta360 in a Texas court, alleging that Insta360's new Luna series gimbal cameras infringe on DJI's design and function patents. DJI claims Insta360 has copied its product architecture and specific patented technologies, seeking damages and an injunction.
Russia's Foreign Ministry warns that banning opposition parties from Armenia's upcoming parliamentary elections would undermine the legitimacy of the process, citing potential criticism from OSCE ODIHR and PACE.
Seoul Superintendent candidate Jeong Geun-sik, re-elected, plans to implement full free early childhood education and institutionalize measures against infringement of teachers' rights. He also aims to expand learning support centers and mental health services for students.
Osaka Prefectural Police arrested a 44-year-old man for trademark infringement for using logos similar to those registered by US companies on an auction site. The suspect allegedly sold over 5,000 educational software licenses, earning approximately 25.5 million yen.
Vietnam reported 2,036 intellectual property infringement cases by May 30, with nearly 17.9 billion VND in administrative fines. Enforcement efforts have intensified, leading to a 370% increase in cases handled compared to the previous year, exceeding the Prime Minister's target.
Delhi High Court rules Google liable for trademark infringement, awarding ₹3 million to Hindware for allowing rivals to use its trademark as keywords in AdWords, sparking debate on Google's advertising practices.
South Korean Culture Minister Choi Hui-young will meet with copyright protection experts to discuss improvements to the emergency blocking and access restriction system for copyright infringement sites, which have been circumventing current measures.
A 20-year-old poster designer is suing Shopify in Australia, alleging the e-commerce giant hosted "ghost stores" that copied his work. Ryan Billington claims Shopify ignored his copyright infringement notices before he filed a lawsuit in Brisbane.
The Intellectual Property Tribunal ruled in favor of Gentle Monster, invalidating the design registration for Blue Elephant's eyewear pouch. The tribunal found significant similarities in shape, pleats, stitching, and base, rejecting Blue Elephant's defense of common design elements.
