Introduction The digital transformation of India’s economy has created unprecedented challenges for competition law enforcement. The Competition Commission of India (CCI), established under the Competition Act of 2002, finds itself at the forefront of regulating rapidly evolving digital markets while ensuring the delicate balance between innovation, consumer welfare, and fair competition. This analysis examines the…
Intellectual property law, especially in the pharmaceutical sector, often finds itself at a crossroads between fostering innovation, ensuring public health, and maintaining fair competition. The Delhi High Court’s ruling in Vifor International Ltd. & Anr. vs. Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. (July 24, 2023) stands as a pivotal moment in the interpretation of product-by-process patents—a subject…
Intellectual property rights in agriculture are a sensitive and complex issue due to their significant impact on socio-economic factors like food security and the livelihoods of farmers. To address these concerns, exceptions to patentability have been introduced, such as Section 3(h) of the Indian Patents Act, 1970 (the Act), which excludes “a method of agriculture…
The Indian gaming industry is experiencing an unparalleled outpouring, marked by a three-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 28%. Projected to surpass ₹16,000 crore in market value, the sector has attracted a staggering ₹23,000 crore in investments between FY20-24.[1] By 2025, it is expected to generate approximately 250,000 jobs, thereby becoming a vital contributor…
The e-sports and gaming industry has grown from a small niche into a massive global business worth billions of dollars. With millions of fans, professional players, and many involved parties like game developers, sponsors, and event organizers, the industry is expanding quickly. As it grows, protecting intellectual property (IP) becomes more important to safeguard the…
Understanding Phantom Stocks What if you could enjoy the financial rewards of owning company shares without holding a single company stock? This isn’t a financial paradox; it is the innovative concept of phantom stocks. A Phantom stock plan also known as a “shadow stock” or “mock stock”, is a compensation strategy that allows companies to…
Introduction As intangible assets have become a precursor to superior competitive advantage, intellectual property now forms a vital part of business value within the context of M&A. IP is of fundamental importance in M&A transactions simply because the differences are both matters of valuation, strategic synergy, and transaction success. With the importance of technological advancement,…
World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) characterizes trademark squatting as trademark piracy, as “the registration or use of a generally well-known foreign trademark that is not registered in the country or is invalid as a result of non-use”. This definition, however, only scratches the surface of a complex issue that has evolved into a sophisticated form…
The digital era has transformed the global education sector, largely due to the wealth of accessible resources like Open Educational Design (OED) materials. These resources, which include textbooks, lessons, multimedia, and various teaching aids, are created for public use, modification, and redistribution without cost, playing a pivotal role in enhancing educational systems worldwide. However,…
Introduction Globalization refers to the process by which the world becomes increasingly interconnected through trade, communication, technology, and cultural exchange. This interconnection leads to greater economic, social, and political integration among countries. Two of the many aspects of globalization are Economic Integration and Technological Advancements. One such thing related to technical advancement is patents. A…
