Two months ago, I posted the question on whether the EU might ultimately decide to walk away from ACTA given the ongoing battle over the scope of the treaty (the EU wants it cover all IP, particularly geographical indications, the U.S. wants it limited to copyright and trademarks). Although the […]
Archive for September, 2010
Politicians Speaking Out on ACTA
ACTA’s Enforcement Practices Chapter: Countries Reach Deal as U.S. Caves Again
The remaining chapters are Enforcement Practices (previously chapter four, but now chapter three), International Co-operation, Institutional Arrangements, and Final Provisions. A closer look at each chapter and the most notable changes:
Government To Review Apple’s iBookstore Investment
The Governor-in-Council has ordered an Investment Canada Act section 15 review of Apple Canada’s iBookstore. The review of the cultural investment may help explain the delay in the full launch of Apple online bookstore for the iPad.
U.S. Court Sides With Artist in Royalty Dispute, Record Label Vows To Fight
The WSJ reports on a legal battle between Eminem and Universal Records over royalties due for downloads from iTunes. The court sided with the artist, which would result in a significantly higher royalty rate. The music label has vowed to fight the decision.