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Doctrine of Fair Use in Copyrighted Work
Explore the Doctrine of Fair Use under U.S. and Indian copyright law. Learn how fair use and fair dealing protect criticism, education, research, and parody, the four-factor test courts apply, and key cases like Folsom v. Marsh and the Delhi High Court's Oxford photocopying ruling.
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Fair Use or Foul Play? The Legal Boundaries of AI Learning in the Age of Copyright

In Bartz v. Anthropic (2025), a U.S. court ruled AI training on lawfully purchased books is fair use, but using pirated copies is not. The decision balances innovation with copyright, affirming machines can learn lawfully with consent and transformative intent.

Anish Sinha
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Jun 26
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What is the significance of the 'Right to Communication to the Public' and 'Reproduction Right' in the digital age?
The digital age redefines communication and reproduction rights, offering creators global reach while posing copyright challenges. Balancing innovation with intellectual property protection ensures fair use, ethical content sharing, and a thriving creative economy.
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What is the Hot News Doctrine under Copyright Law?
The Hot News Doctrine protects time-sensitive information like breaking news or live sports updates from unauthorized use. While recognized in the U.S. under cases like NBA v. Motorola, its application in India relies on common law, facing challenges in a digital age.
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