Getty Reverses Ban, Introduces AI-Generated Images
Originally posted by msn.com
Getty is entering the AI image market by introducing a generative AI tool that uses its own image database and offers royalty-free content. This move comes after Getty had previously banned AI art, and it aims to compete with other photography services incorporating AI solutions.
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Sisvel Welcomes Huawei as Licensor in Cellular IoT Patent Pool
Originally posted by Business Wire
Huawei has joined the Sisvel Cellular IoT technology patent pool, contributing its patents to the pool, which already includes patents from 25 renowned innovators, to offer licenses for LTE-M and NB-IoT standards on fair and non-discriminatory terms. Sisvel has also unveiled new royalty rates for the pool, making it more accessible to device manufacturers and expanding its offerings to various product verticals.
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X Corp Faces $250 Million Lawsuit Over Music Piracy
Originally posted by TorrentFreak
Music publishers are pursuing a lawsuit against Elon Musk's X Corp, alleging that the social media platform profits from widespread music piracy due to its lax response to takedown notices and lack of a termination policy for repeat infringers. X Corp filed a motion to dismiss the claims, setting the stage for a legal battle with potential damages of around $250 million.
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USPTO Marks Milestone with Issuance of 1 Millionth Design Patent
Originally posted by uspto.gov
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued its 1 millionth design patent, a significant milestone in American innovation. The patent, granted to Agustina Huckaby of Fort Worth, Texas, is for the ornamental design of a dispensing comb, highlighting the importance of protecting unique product designs for entrepreneurs and small businesses.
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Vietnamese Anti-Piracy Efforts Target Streaming Platforms
Originally posted by TorrentFreak
Vietnamese government reported blocking 1,000 copyright-infringing sites in the past year, primarily targeting pirate live sports streaming platforms rather than movie and TV show piracy. Despite these efforts, the immediate effectiveness of site-blocking measures remains questionable, with some sites quickly switching domains, and concerns arise regarding illegal gambling advertisements on these platforms.
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