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Episode 117: Storytelling Platforms and Copyright Infringement In this episode of the IP Series podcast, we explore the legal and ethical issues of storytelling on social media platforms, in light of the recent dispute and court judgment between Humans of Bombay and People of India, two popular platforms that share stories of ordinary people. We discuss the concepts of copyright infringement and p...

Join me in IPSERIES Episode 116 as we delve into the twisted world of the Usher family, a fictional dynasty that gained notoriety through their pharmaceutical company, Fortunato. Drawing inspiration from Edgar Allan Poe's works, we explore how the Ushers leveraged their intellectual property rights and the impact they had on drug affordability, accessibility, and innovation in the pharmaceutical i...

In Episode 115 of the IPSERIES podcast, I discuss "How to Brew a Strong IP Brand and intellectual property tips for coffee entrepreneurs. Whether you're starting a coffee shop, roasting your own beans, or creating a coffee-related product, you need to protect your brand identity and your unique selling proposition. I cover the basics of #trademarks, #patents, #geographicalindication, #breeder'srig...

In Episode 114 of the IPSERIES podcast, I discuss the recent podcast scandal about Kast Media a podcast network that has been accused of owing millions of dollars to its creators for advertising on their shows. This is a huge scandal that has exposed the dark side of podcast monetization and the risks involved in partnering with third parties. So stay tuned for this informative and practical discu...

In episode 113 of the IPSERIES podcast, we talk to Abam Miracle, creative director Ghodz_eye and a Bar part II Law Student at the Nigerian Law School, who explores the legal and ethical challenges that photographers face in protecting their work from unauthorized use and exploitation. We discuss three cases that illustrate the different aspects of this issue: the Wakanow case, the Daily Sun girl,...

In episode 112 of the IPSERIES podcast, we talk to Tomisin Olumuyiwa General Counsel, LG Electronics her role and responsibilities in advertising and marketing law. She shares her insights and experiences on how to deal with the legal issues and risks that arise from creating, distributing, and monetizing video content online. She also gives us some tips and best practices on how to protect your b...

Adire and Aso Oke are traditional fabrics that have been produced and worn by the Yoruba people of Nigeria for centuries. Adire is a tie-dyed cloth that uses indigo dye and resist-dyeing techniques to create various patterns and motifs. Aso oke is a hand-woven cloth that is used to make men's gowns, hats, women's wrappers, and head ties. Both fabrics are part of the rich cultural heritage and iden...

Have you ever wondered how to prove or disprove that a song is copied from another? How do you measure the similarity between two pieces of music? And who can help you with these questions in a legal context? Episode 110 of the #IPSERIES podcast with Brian McBrearty discusses his role as a forensic musicologist and how it can help artists and lawyers and the courts in cases of alleged musical plag...

Today on episode 109 of the IP SERIES podcast, we're going to talk about the situation of Intellectual Property in Tanzania with Adv. Clavery Mlowe from Cosmic Attorneys discussed the following the legal framework, the main challenges, and the opportunities with me. I hope you enjoyed learning more about IP in Tanzania and how the landscape of creative expression and communication in the country i...

The case of Abdulmumineen Onilemarun v Coca-Cola Nigeria Plc and the Nigerian Bottling Company is a recent example of a successful lawsuit against a multinational corporation for copyright infringement in Nigeria. The plaintiff, Abdulmumineen Onilemarun, claimed that Coca-Cola and its bottler used his calendar work on Ramadan timing for dawn meal and breaking of fasting in Kwara State without his...

In episode 107 of the #ipseries podcast, I share some insights and tips on how to deal with IPR issues in the translation industry and for museum owners, based on Yilin Wang's case against the British Museum over their use of her translations of a Chinese revolutionary poet, Qiu Jin, without properly crediting or compensating her the translator. What do you think? Do you have any thoughts or exper...

Common misconceptions concerning intellectual property are discussed in episode 106 of the IPSERIES podcast, including the risky notion that it originates from companies, creatives, and innovators. #africanpodcast  #intellectualpropertypodcast #podcast #Podsinnaija #ipr #intellectualpropertypodcast #nigerianpodcastnetwork #africanpodcast #industrialdesign #nigerianpodcast #nigerianpodcaster #podca...

The idea and meaning of industrial design and intellectual property in Nigeria, as well as the country's legal system and industrial design protection practices, will all be covered in episode 105 of the #IPSERIES podcast. We'll also talk about the regional and global context for Nigeria's industrial design protection. Additionally, Lilian Uchenna Sisei, a special guest on our show, will offer her...

Episode 104 features a conversation with Mr. Anthony Katooza a lecturer and intellectual property practitioner with over 20 plus years of experience, to examine Uganda's System of Intellectual Property. We also discussed the recent protest by musicians in the country who want better copyright laws that will enable them to earn more dollars than pennies. #africanpodcast  #nigerianpodcastnetwork #in...

When the mobile game called Aki and Pawpaw Epic Run features iconic Nigerian actors, Osita Iheme and Chinedu Ikedieze popularly called Aki and Pawpaw was released in April, Omotayo Queen Inakoju reached out to me to discuss the Potential of the video game intellectual property in Nigeria. Adapting movies into video games is not an easy task. It requires a lot of coordination and collaboration betw...

Nigerian fashion law covers a wide range of legal topics, including contract law, consumer protection, and intellectual property. Designers and other professionals in the fashion business should be aware of these legal foundations to safeguard their intellectual property, follow laws, and avert legal issues. Trademark registration, copyright protection, license agreements, and adherence to norms a...

The Authors Guild of America strike in 2023 is an ongoing labour dispute between the Writers Guild of America (WGA), a labour union that represents 11,500 authors, and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP), which started at 12:01 a.m. PDT on May 2, 2023. The primary points of contention in the strike are the residuals from streaming media, the size and length of authors'...

Celebrate my birthday by listening to the 100th episode of the IPSERIES podcast. Thank you 🥰❤️ This episode was originally inspired by the Nigerian chef named Hilda Baci who has broken the record held by another cook for the longest cooking marathon. The current record now by Hilda is 100 hours. However, in this episode, I highlight how the food security service industry has transformed into a co...

Musical works are protected by copyright laws. This includes musical scores that are written in the form of sheet music, broadsheets, or using other methods of notation. A recording of a musical work is protected separately as a work of sound recording, and it should be registered separately for copyright protection. In episode 99 of the #IPSERIES podcast, Mark Jaffe discusses the Copyright Infrin...

On episode 98 of the #IPSERIES podcast, Bentex Torlafia, the Association of Authors' Legal Adviser, discussed the role of the body that protects creative writers in Nigeria, the impact of the Copyright Act 2022, how writers' disputes are resolved, how to become a member, and much more. See the link to listen to our conversation, and don't forget to share with a creative writer who writes novels, s...

Episode 97 of the IPSERIES podcast takes a look at the new Copyright Act 2022, which tackles issues creatives face in Nigeria as seen with the introduction of a law for beneficiary persons such as the blind, and disabled persons, compulsory license to do certain acts, the four-factor test to determine if a work used fall under the general exception of fair dealing. See the link below to subscribe...

In a twist of fate after the "Domitila Reboot" Passing Off and Trademark Infringement suit went viral a few weeks ago, today's #IPSERIES breaking news features an update as the court refused to grant Ann Njemanze's request to hear the case against Zeb Ejiro (Producer, Director, and CEO Zeb Ejiro Production and movie sponsors Filmone Entertainment & Film Trybe Media as a matter of urgency and didn'...

In episode 95 of the #IPSERIES podcast, we explore the topic of filing intellectual property in Africa under the SANi system. We interview two expertsAnthony Van Zantwijk and Kimi Onana who share their insights and tips on how to protect your inventions, designs, trademarks and other creative works in the continent, best practices and tips to protect your IP rights. This episode will give you valu...

Following the popularity of the term "ELLU P" which was birthed during the just concluded presidential election, it raises questions on the rights of an unregistered trademark owner who stands the risk of his mark being misused for commercial purposes, straying from its function as a trademark, losing its distinctiveness and Losing a trademark before (registration) you even begin using it for comm...

An IP story involving the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) involving a lawsuit alleging patent infringement and the unlawful use of their long-time special contractor Bedding Holdings Ltd now that the first round of voting is over (BHL). In episode 93, I go over several topics, including how IP mechanisms like patents and industrial designs overlap, a central license, infringement...