Protecting Graffiti Artists
The definition of the boundaries of art, and the privileges of the people who produce ever-evolving art forms, have historically been contentious issues among the
October 14, 2008
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VANOC plans to trademark “With Glowing Hearts”
On September 25, 2008, VANOC (The Vancouver Olympic Organizing Committee) held a press conference to announce the new slogan for the XXI Olympic Winter Games
October 14, 2008
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Open Source Copyright Issue Closed By Court
With the proliferation of open source web collaboration tools such as SourceForge, Wikipedia, and blogs, important concerns have been raised regarding a tool users’ ability
October 14, 2008
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Art as Misleading Endorsement on the U.S. Campaign Trail
At this week’s Republican National Convention, U.S. presidential candidate John McCain accepted his party’s nomination in front of a picture of the Walter Reed Army
September 6, 2008
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US Court: Consider “Fair Use” Before Sending Takedown
Just days ago, a U.S. court made a decision that has reinforced the strength of “fair use”. From the EFF: “A judge’s ruling today is
August 22, 2008
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Canada in the back of the class
Today the Conference Board of Canada gave Canada another “D” grade for innovation. As indicated on the Board website, Canada is at the back of the
June 30, 2008
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