September Copyright Reads
We have finally arrived in September and by the time you read this blog post I will be enjoying a well deserved break at Longleat Forest, Center Parcs appreciating the Giant Redwoods.
I think that was enough holiday envy. As it is custom now for the monthly copyright reads, I will unveil the Romanian calendar name for September which is vinicer. Etymology is rather obscure, however, it is thought to have to do with wines and winery. September, late September, would usually be the time that we would harvest the grapes and make homemade wine. Not great taste, but the must (grape juice) would be amazing. Getting that first mug (yes, you read that right) of must meant that autumn is finally here.
Anyway, enough with the getting lost on memory lane. We have some great reads for you this month. Of course we continue looking at AI in its various forms and its various ways it continues to have an impact on copyright works, indigenous art, and somewhat disturbing cat AI slop videos. We also look at copyright and knitting, science, Baby Shark song issues, and James Bond trademark legal fight. We also share the research done on copyright anxiety in the UK and Canada. A must read for all copyright geeks. Shall we??!
Who actually benefits from an AI licensing regime?
AI Slop: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO) [Video]
Those Fascist Social Media Posts by DHS Have a Copyright Problem
Technological Aspects of Generative AI in the Context of Copyright
Artificial Intelligence and Academic Professions
So, what’s it really like to live with a heat pump?
“Wir brauchen eine gemeinsame Kraftanstrengung” [Article in German, discussing paper mills and reporting of false claims]
Wikimedia Foundation Challenges UK Online Safety Act Regulations
How Indigenous engineers are using AI to preserve their culture
AI industry horrified to face largest copyright class action ever certified
Is Upcycling the New IP Infringement?
Columbia Sportswear sues Columbia University for trademark infringement
How Copyright Licensing Powers Collaboration & Innovation in the Energy Industry
Reaching teachers and learners through reuse of cultural heritage
Copyright notice: knitting and sewing patterns
Beyond the Technology: how is generative AI supporting creativity?
BioNTech settles Covid-19 patent dispute with CureVac
Former TSMC staff arrested for alleged theft of chipmaker’s technology
Authors celebrate “historic” settlement coming soon in Anthropic class action
From royal hatters to top tailors: James Bond lawyers line up trademark fight team
Baby Shark song not plagiarised – South Korean top court
Resources on Copyright and AI: Updated FAQ and Position Paper on “Lawful Access” and Fair Use
VIDEO: Calls to protect Indigenous intellectual property from AI
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I really like how you highlighted the mix of cultural memory and current copyright issues—your note on ‘vinicer’ and grape harvest traditions was such a refreshing lead-in to a complex topic. The mention of copyright anxiety in the UK and Canada especially stood out; it makes me wonder how much of that stems from the uncertainty around AI and creative ownership, which seems to be accelerating faster than the legal frameworks can adapt.