Is Japan's AI Law Powerless Against Foreign Companies?
Japan's new AI law has been ineffective in addressing unauthorized uses of iconic characters like Son Goku and Doraemon by foreign tech firms.
35-year-old sentenced to custody for serious human trafficking
A 35-year-old has been sentenced to custody for serious human trafficking and sexual abuse involving vulnerable victims, including individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Genetics and Intellectual Property Protection: Key Issues Raised by a Seed Company to Boost Soybean Yields and Narrow the Production Gap
A seed company in Argentina has introduced new soybean varieties and highlighted the importance of genetics and intellectual property protection to improve agricultural yields.
New Scholarly and Intellectual Books on February 27
A summary of newly released scholarly and intellectual books in Korea, covering various topics including philosophy, neuroscience, law and sociology, ethics, and environmental issues.
Tunde Kelani slams unauthorised upload of film clips on social media
Veteran Nigerian filmmaker Tunde Kelani has criticized the unauthorized sharing of clips from his films online, labeling it as piracy.
Pisces Horoscope for Today, February 26, 2026: Predictions for Health, Love, and Money
Today's horoscope for Pisces encourages exploration of intellectual interests and suggests optimism in health and relationships.
PODCAST "GAMMA ACADEMY" ⟩ #10: Intellectual Property: What Every Musician Should Know
This podcast discusses essential aspects of intellectual property for musicians, including copyright and contract management.
The Principle of Distillation: The Invisible Robbery from China's AI Labs
Anthropic has accused three Chinese AI labs of industrial-scale theft of its language model Claude, involving 24,000 fake accounts and over 16 million requests used as training material.
The Principle of Distillation: The Invisible Robbery from China's AI Labs
Anthropic accuses three Chinese AI labs of industrial-scale theft of its language model Claude, involving the creation of 24,000 fake accounts and over 16 million requests taken as training material.
Industry and Disability: When Empathy and Work are Sources of Value and Dignity
The article discusses the role of Aspanias, an NGO supporting people with intellectual disabilities, in promoting employment and dignity within the industrial sector.
Anthropic accuses three Chinese companies of conducting distillation attacks against Claude to improve their models
Anthropic has accused three Chinese AI companies of carrying out distillation attacks to exploit their Claude model for enhancing their own AI systems.
Alain Finkielkraut: 'Our antifascists are pogromists who think of themselves as resistors'
French intellectual Alain Finkielkraut claims that antifascist activists have turned violent and distort their role as resistors against fascism.
Lay Judge Voted for Malin's Baby to be Taken - Regrets it
A social services agency in Örebro faces criticism over the removal of a baby due to incorrect information regarding the mother's intellectual capacity, with the lay judge involved expressing regret over their decision.
Americans Have Doubts About Donald Trump's Intellectual Capacity
A recent Reuters/Ipsos poll reveals that nearly half of Americans doubt Donald Trump's intellectual capacity, especially among Democratic voters.
The ashes of Juan José Sebreli will be scattered in Plaza Constitución next Friday
The ashes of philosopher Juan José Sebreli will be scattered in Plaza Constitución this Friday during a brief ceremony with friends and disciples.
Björn Säfsten is setting up a dance performance in a hospital environment
Choreographer Björn Säfsten presents a dance performance called 'Loop' tailored for audiences with significant intellectual disabilities, marking his first work with this demographic.
They stole our band. We want it back, say former members of UDG brothers Vrzák and Bohouš Němeček
Former members of the band UDG express their strong desire to reclaim the band after facing challenges.
The Evolving K-brand Counterfeits, Even Resorting to 'Disguised Employment' Tracking
The rise of sophisticated counterfeiting methods in Korea's beauty brand market is increasingly alarming authorities and companies alike.
Snape and Harry from Love Actually. Rickman was an intrinsic cavalier and empathetic intellectual
This article celebrates the life and legacy of Alan Rickman, a renowned British actor who passed away ten years ago at the age of 69.
Report seeks investment framework for comic industry
A report has called for a structured investment framework to enhance the growth and sustainability of Nigeria's comic industry.
Report seeks investment framework for comedy industry
A new report highlights the need for investment and structural reforms in Nigeria's comic industry to foster growth and capitalize on its creative potential.
Perla Wahnón, President of Scientists: "By not protecting it, Spanish knowledge ends up exploited by foreign powers"
Perla Wahnón, an eminent physicist and president of a scientific organization in Spain, urges the government to increase research funding to prevent foreign exploitation of Spanish knowledge.
The 'open society' had enemies in Italy. And Popper was rejected
The article discusses the struggles of Italian philosopher Dario Antiseri to introduce Karl Popper's ideas in Italy during the 1970s, reflecting on the cultural landscape of Italian intellectual life.
IOC defends T-shirts promoting 1936 'Nazi Games' after backlash
The International Olympic Committee has faced backlash after selling T-shirts that commemorate the controversial 1936 Berlin Olympics, defending their decision as a means to preserve intellectual property rights.
Three Elegant and Wonderful Traitors
The article explores the lives of three notorious figures—Anthony Blunt, Ezra Pound, and Arthur Rimbaud—who engaged in betrayal amidst their respective artistic and intellectual pursuits.
With Vivid Cracks (Evocation of the Poetry of Maria Antònia Salvà)
The article reflects on the recent reissue of two works by poet Maria Antònia Salvà and highlights the importance of her literature and intellectual contributions.
'Workers of the World Unite', when Karl Marx brought forth the 'Communist Manifesto'
The article discusses the historical significance of the 'Communist Manifesto' published by Karl Marx on February 21, 1848, marking the intellectual birth of modern communism.
AI from China: This Time It's 'Seedance Shock'...Film Industry Says 'We're Finished'
The AI video generation model 'Seedance 2.0' from China's ByteDance is causing a stir in the global content industry, prompting demands from companies like Netflix and Disney to halt video generation using their intellectual properties.
Media entities demand remuneration for the use of content in AI; read the full letter
Media associations in Brazil are advocating for paid use of their content in AI training, emphasizing the importance of protecting intellectual rights and the journalism ecosystem.
Lindt condemned to pay 500,000 euros to the Champs-Élysées Committee for an advertisement showing the famous avenue
Lindt has been ordered to pay 500,000 euros in damages for unauthorized use of images of the Champs-Élysées in a television advertisement.
Creative industry advocates for dialogue with AI companies about the use of protected content
Brazil's creative industry calls for open dialogue with AI companies to address concerns over the unauthorized use of protected content.
Review of the T-MEC: US denounces that Mexico is failing to meet intellectual property commitments in medicines
US organizations accuse Mexico of not adhering to intellectual property commitments under the T-MEC agreement, particularly regarding pharmaceuticals.
Indian university kicked out of summit for falsely claiming credit for Chinese robot
An Indian university was removed from an AI summit for falsely presenting a Chinese robotic dog as its own creation.
Prof. Billy Melman Wins the Israel Prize for History: "Paved the Way for Restoring Voices of Those Who Were Suppressed and Marginalized"
Prof. Billy Melman from Tel Aviv University has been awarded the Israel Prize for History for her groundbreaking contributions to social, cultural, and intellectual history.
Netflix joins the fight and threatens to sue ByteDance for the use of its content in AI Seedance 2.0
Netflix has issued a formal warning to ByteDance, demanding the immediate cessation of using its intellectual property in the AI video generation tool Seedance 2.0, threatening legal action if not addressed swiftly.
After a decade of silence, a global marathon and other events celebrate Umberto Eco, 'an intellectual who shaped opinion'
A global series of events commemorates the legacy of Italian intellectual Umberto Eco on the tenth anniversary of his death.
Netflix threatens ByteDance with 'immediate litigation' if it does not cease intellectual property infringement with Seedance 2.0
Netflix has threatened ByteDance with immediate legal action over their AI model Seedance 2.0, which they claim infringes on copyrighted content.
Netflix threatens to sue TikTok's owner over new AI video generator
Netflix has threatened to sue ByteDance, the owner of TikTok, for copyright violations related to its new AI content generator, Seedance 2.0.
The Anti-Modernism of Malaparte and the Activism of Gobetti: Thus Two Utopias Came Out Defeated from the History of the Twentieth Century
A new edition of Curzio Malaparte's 'Italia barbara' highlights the intellectual relationship between Malaparte and Piero Gobetti, two prominent figures who opposed fascism yet faced defeat in their utopian visions during the 20th century.
ByteDance will limit the new video generator, Disney threatened a lawsuit
ByteDance is set to impose restrictions on its new video generator following legal threats from Disney.
Multi-utilization of Popular Game IPs such as Mario, Zelda, and Street Fighter
The article discusses the expansion of popular game characters and worlds into various media like merchandise and movies as the global gaming market continues to grow.
A History We Are Writing: The International Book Fair in Damascus Closes After 11 Days of Intellectual Activity
The International Book Fair in Damascus concluded its 11-day run with a focus on cultural revitalization in the region.
The final bet to remove Víctor Saldaño from the death row in Texas, where he has been for 30 years
A North American lawyer claims that Víctor Saldaño has a degree of intellectual disability that makes his execution unconstitutional, with the U.S. Supreme Court having the final decision.
K. Sakellaropoulou: Eleni Glykatzi-Arveler marked modern Greek and European culture with her intellectual presence
Former President Katerina Sakellaropoulou expresses her condolences over the death of Eleni Glykatzi-Arveler, praising her significant contributions to modern Greek and European culture.
Pavlopoulos on Arveler: An irreparable void for European thought
Former Greek President Prokopis Pavlopoulos expressed deep sorrow over the loss of the esteemed historian and intellectual Eleni Glykatzi-Averoff, noting her contributions to European thought and cultural heritage.
Eleni Glykatzi-Areveler: A Symbol of Hellenism and European Thought
Eleni Glykatzi-Areveler, a prominent figure in international historical science and renowned Byzantine scholar, passed away shortly before her 100th birthday, leaving a significant intellectual legacy.
ByteDance will protect intellectual property in its generative AI after threats from Disney
ByteDance has announced measures to safeguard its intellectual property in its generative AI video creator Seedance 2.0 following legal threats from Disney.
Copyright: ByteDance Concedes in AI Dispute with Disney
ByteDance has announced it will cease unauthorized use of Disney's intellectual property in its video AI "Seedance 2.0" following copyright accusations from Disney.
Tax Burden: Carsten Linnemann's Tax Plan Reflects Intellectual Poverty
Carsten Linnemann's proposal to adjust the income tax threshold is criticized for being a superficial approach to a deeper issue in Germany's tax system.
OpenAI accuses DeepSik of relying on American models to train its model
OpenAI has formally warned the U.S. Senate that the Chinese company DeepSik is allegedly using American models unlawfully to train its AI systems.