Enters Public Domain – Mickey Mouse Stars in 3 Horror Films? Mainstream news channels are busy reporting that Mickey Mouse, The Walt Disney Company’s mascot, has entered the Public Domain as of January 1, 2024. As a result, many parties are immediately looking for their fortune by presenting this black mouse in various media. Uniquely,…
Unveiling Copyright Ownership in the Film Industry: Legal Perspectives There is still often a question among the public about who owns the copyright for a large-scale work, such as a movie. Because movies, especially feature films, involve many derivative works and other interrelated supporting works. Starting from scripts, background music, movie posters, and even a…
5 Common Types of IP Violation in Indonesian E-Commerce The presence of e-commerce has changed the shopping habits of Indonesians. Statista Market Insights data predicts that users by the end of this year will reach 196.47 million, or an increase of more than 22 million since 2022. The Central Bank of the Republic of Indonesia…
Demystifying the Public Domain: Permissions and Limitations We can almost always see this iconic portrait of Bung Tomo‘s enthusiastic speech every November 10th, as Indonesia celebrates National Heroes’ Day. In fact, according to Tempo Magazine‘s journalistic investigation, this photo was not taken on that date but later in 1947 by Frans Mendur, when Bung Tomo…
The Impact of Intellectual Property on the Quality of Life for People with Disabilities The 2022* Asian Para Games, which ended yesterday in Hangzhou, China, showcased human civilization’s sportsmanship, high fighting spirit, and demonstrated the impact of Intellectual Property (IP) on the quality of life of people with disabilities in many ways. For example,…
The Intellectual Property Landscape of Tokusatsu: A Comprehensive Overview Tokusatsu (特撮) is a Japanese term for live-action (non-anime) films or television programs that heavily use practical special effects. However, in its development, this genre in Japan is mainly used in movies or series with superhero themes. From giant monsters (Kaiju) such as Godzilla and Gamera,…
Racing Ahead: A Comprehensive Guide to IP in MotoGP The 2023 Mandalika MotoGP in Indonesia on October 15 again brought Ducati racer Francesco Bagnaia to the top of the standings with 346 points. The event, officially called “Pertamina Grand Prix of Indonesia 2023”, is the 15th race of the 20 MotoGP World Championship series,…
The Coffee Business and Intellectual Property: A Perfect Blend The world of coffee is a flavorful fusion of tradition and innovation. From unique blends to cutting-edge brewing methods, the coffee industry is rich with Intellectual Property opportunities. In this article, we’ll explore the various aspects of Intellectual Property, from Trademarks to Patents, Copyrights, and more,…
COSPLAY and Intellectual Property: Navigating the Legal Landscape Cosplay has become popular again as a form of pop culture activity since the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions ended. Malls in all corners compete to host various events featuring Cosplayers to increase visitors. But not many people know that Cosplay is an activity on the “edge of the…
Media Missteps: 5 Intellectual Property Blunders to Avoid The government’s efforts to remove Indonesia from the US investment blocklist published by the United States Trade Representative (USTR) through the 2023 Priority Watch List (PWL) are heavy. Apart from improving regulations and law enforcement efforts, education regarding the importance of Intellectual Property must continue to be…