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In the Courts::The US Supreme Court’s Warhol decision revisits the boundaries of fair use
No full textIn May 2023, the United States Supreme Court handed down its much-anticipated decision on Andy Warhol Foundation (AWF) v. Goldsmith et al (the Warhol case) pdf. The decision upheld the claim by the celebrity photographer, Lynn Goldsmith, that the Andy Warhol Foundation (AWF) had infringed her copyright in a photo of the late entertainer Prince, when, after Prince’s death in 2016, the Foundation licensed an illustration by Andy Warhol based on that photo, to Vanity Fair for a cover
IP Assets and Film Finance –:How it Works in the United States
No full textFilmmaking is a highly risky venture. As films can be very expensive to make, securing financing is often a critical part of any filmmaking project. Yet, as each new film is a unique creative project, there is little guarantee that it will find interested audiences, achieve commercial success or even break-even. From the perspective of the financier, this makes film projects difficult to evaluate. And for filmmakers, it makes financing a film project a big challenge
With Freestyle La 72 Young Colombian Rappers Imagine a Better Future
No full textWithin the world of rap, freestyle battles - where two rappers compete, or do battle with each other, with their improvised lyrics - are all the rage. The master of ceremonies (MC), sets a beat and each rapper’s goal is to outdo their opponent with their improvised lyrics. The rapper with the slickest lyrics, the smoothest delivery and who gets the best response from the crowd wins the battle. Freestyle La 72, a Colombian Youth Foundation, is using rap freestyle battles to engage and inspire young people to make positive life choices
Scotch Whisky Sees IP, Diversity and Inclusion as Keys To its Longer-term Sustainability
No full textScotch Whisky is a hallmark of Scotland's national heritage and identity. Exported to around 180 markets, Scotch Whisky is an important part of the Scottish and UK economies, generating billions in exports and supporting thousands of jobs. The quality and reputation of Scotch Whisky has made it one of the world’s best-known geographical indications (GIs). Securing the long-term sustainability of this thriving industry is the task of the industry’s trade body, the Scotch Whisky Association (SWA). Caitlin O’Donnell, Senior Legal Counsel, and Kirsty Summers, Head of Workforce and Skills, explain what the SWA is doing to ensure the industry continues to thrive. In particular, they discuss the vital role that Scotch Whisky’s long-held GI status plays in ensuring consumers continue to enjoy genuine Scotch Whisky. They also highlight SWA’s efforts to secure access to the talent and skills the industry needs to continue to thrive, for example, through its Diversity and Inclusivity Charter
Moving IP Finance from the Margins to the Mainstream
No full textThis paper describes the potential of IP finance, the challenges it faces, and approaches of different countries to tackle them. It also outlines WIPO’s initiatives to move IP finance from the margins to the mainstream
Country Perspectives ::Brazil's Journey.
No full textBrazil’s Journey in the “Unlocking IP-backed Financing Series” outlines the main challenges in Brazil associated with using IP assets as collateral for financing, focusing on two critical areas: IP valuation and IP awareness. The discussion covers key advances in those areas and obstacles that remain. Finally, proposals are presented for projects and partnerships with other government agencies or the private sector to advance IP finance in Brazil
1/2025 مجلة الويبو الإصدار
No full textThe WIPO Magazine explores intellectual property, creativity and innovation in action across the world
Magazine de l'OMPI, Numéro 1/2025
No full textThe WIPO Magazine explores intellectual property, creativity and innovation in action across the world
WIPO杂志, 2025年第1期
No full textThe WIPO Magazine explores intellectual property, creativity and innovation in action across the world