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When AI is used to manufacture fake endorsements, copyright law doesn’t do enough to protect celebrities, influencers and other public figures.

Copyright Law in the Age of AI is a complete casebook on United States copyright law, free to download from this website and current to August 2026. Across 28 chapters and 177 extracted decisions, it covers the field from subject matter and originality, the reproduction and derivative work rights, fair use, ownership, the distribution and […]

Mr. Navneet Krishna, Faculty, Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Lucknow ABSTRACT On 24 July 2026, the Delhi High Court refused Asian News International’s application for an interim injunction against OpenAI, holding at a prima facie stage that the use of ANI’s copyrighted news content to train the large language models underlying ChatGPT falls within the fair dealing exception in Section 52(…

Aditya Talwar, Legal Practitioner ABSTRACT The emergence of artificial intelligence (“AI”) has exposed the inadequacy of conventional territorial principles governing copyright jurisdiction. Unlike traditional copyright disputes, AI systems function through decentralised cloud infrastructure where copyrighted works may be collected, processed, stored and reproduced across multiple jurisdictions s…

The Delhi High Court has released what may be one of the most consequential copyright decisions yet on artificial intelligence, ruling in ANI Media Pvt. Ltd. v. OpenAI that OpenAI’s use of copyrighted news articles to train the models behind ChatGPT is prima facie fair dealing. The 135-page decision of Justice Amit Bansal, released last week, dismissed an Indian news agency’s application for an i…

Jayant Bhardwaj, OP Jindal Global University ABSTRACT: The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has called into question some of copyright law's most established presumptions. When machines write, paint, or produce music, the question of ownership of the works of art arises unavoidably. This study explores this topic using Indian copyright law as a paradigm. It examines the fundamental principles…

In this episode of The Briefing, Weintraub Tobin partners Scott Hervey and Tara J. Sattler break down the Supreme Court’s decision in Cox Communications v. Sony Music Entertainment, which reversed a $1 billion judgment against the internet service provider. They discuss: – Why knowledge that customers are infringing copyrights is not enough to establish contributory liability – How inducement and…

Ritika Torgal, Lords Universal College of Law I. ABSTRACT Reaction videos' rise to prominence as a type of user-generated content has revolutionised digital media by allowing producers to interact with copyrighted works through entertainment, analysis, criticism, and commentary. Such content encourages audience participation and innovation, but it also poses difficult legal issues with regard to …

Shivam Kumar Mishra, PGDIPR, National Law School of India University ABSTRACT The rapid proliferation of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) has precipitated a profound structural crisis within global intellectual property regimes. AI models, capable of producing sophisticated literary, artistic, and musical works with minimal human prompting, have triggered unprecedented legal and philoso…

In a previous article, we discussed the critical role of Freedom to Operate (FTO) patent searches in ensuring that your business does not infringe on existing patents. But what about software source code, visual designs, text, or music? You might think, “Can’t we just search a database for similar works, the same way we do […]

Introduction: The Allure of Free Website Templates In a world where every click counts, the promise of a free, copyright-free website template can feel like striking gold. Imagine: no design headaches, no coding nightmares, and no hefty bills. Just download, tweak, and launch. It’s an offer that screams convenience, especially for cash-strapped startups, hobbyists, or small businesses. But here’s…

Himanshi Khurana, Kalyan Law College, Bhilai (C.G) 1. ABSTRACT In today's rapid advancement developing technological society artificial intelligence is developing exponentially on a large scale. Al has disrupted the fundamental principles of intellectual property law partially the doctrine of originality, authorship and ownership in which struggle to assist Al generated creativity. Tools such as …

Gauri Nandakumar Varma, O.P. Jindal Global Law School ABSTRACT Generative artificial intelligence (AI) has presented a new challenge to copyright law by revealing a doctrinal flaw in the treatment of artistic style. Traditionally, copyright did not protect the idea itself and only the expression of an, a doctrine that was formulated in Baker v Selden (1879) and affirmed in the Indian case of RG A…

When you step into a café, restaurant, or salon, a soothing background music (BGM) track is often playing. Music is an indispensable element for setting the right ambiance for a business. However, did you know that when it comes to playing BGM in commercial establishments, there is a legal borderline that might seem entirely counterintuitive […]

S. Rahamathunisa, The School of Excellence in Law, The Tamil Nadu Dr. Ambedkar Law University, Chennai ABSTRACT Generative Artificial Intelligence has posed serious problems for copyright law with regard to the use of copyrighted resources for AI training.AI trained using the large datasets of book, articles, music ,sounds and other protected works without the consent of the copyright owners. Thi…

“I have a JASRAC license, 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, most of the notifications you receive are not devastating “strikes” but rather […]

We encounter the term “copyright” almost every day. However, looking under the hood reveals a fascinating legal framework filled with counterintuitive and highly strategic rules. Whether you are a creator, an artist, or a business professional, understanding these essential copyright principles is a major asset in navigating today’s market. 1. The Ultimate Principle: Ideas are […]

India’s Creator Economy Is Growing Fast but So Are Copyright Risks India’s creator economy has expanded rapidly, with influencers, startups, brands and independent creators relying heavily on reels and short-form videos to promote products and build visibility. Music plays a central role in making this content memorable and shareable. Yet one legal misunderstanding remains common:...