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EU Declines Video Game Playability Mandate
When Ubisoft shut down servers for its 2014 racing game The Crew, players lost access to content they had purchased. This sparked a European Citizens' Initiative gathering 1.3 million signatures demanding publishers keep games playable after commercial support ends. The European Commission's response and its implications for digital content sellers across all sectors reveal critical obligations under existing EU consumer protection law.
Ireland Consumer
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William Fry
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[Blog] Forte progression des dépôts de demandes de droits de propriété intellectuelle dans le secteur du sport
The sports industry is experiencing a significant surge in intellectual property rights applications, reflecting growing commercial interests and innovation in athletic products, services, and branding. This trend highlights the increasing importance of IP protection strategies for sports organizations, equipment manufacturers, and related businesses seeking to safeguard their competitive advantages. Understanding these filing patterns provides valuable insights into market dynamics and emerging opportuniti
France IP
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Novagraaf Group
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IA Vs Droit D'auteur : Les Créateurs Vont-ils Se Faire Piller ? (Ce Que Dit La Loi) (Video)
Les systèmes d'intelligence artificielle s'entraînent sur des millions d'œuvres créatives sans autorisation, suscitant de vifs débats sur la violation du droit d'auteur. Cette analyse examine le conflit juridique entre l'IA et les droits de propriété intellectuelle à travers six points essentiels. Les créateurs dénoncent le pillage de leurs œuvres, tandis que les entreprises spécialisées en IA plaident pour l'usage loyal et l'innovation.
France IP
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Haas Avocats
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