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Australia
Stacks Law Firm
Most social media platforms say that users retain rights to their posts, but they can use the images at will without paying.
Holman Webb
Issues with misleading advertising on social media have raised concerns about possible breaches of the ACL.
Holding Redlich
Key thoughts and lessons from the two-day event, where the theme was governance at the forefront.
Canada
Miller Thomson LLP
Social media offers a platform for the sharing of information; however, the use of social media presents unique and significant legal challenges and potential liability...
Miller Thomson LLP
Last week, four Ontario school boards issued claims against the companies behind Facebook, Instagram, SnapChat and TikTok, alleging that they negligently...
Rosen & Associates
In the vibrant landscape of digital entertainment, the realms of gaming and streaming have become more than just a pastime. For many, these platforms offer a lucrative career path...
Gluckstein Lawyers
On February 24, 2024, the Canadian government brought its long-awaited Online Harms Act (Bill C-63) to Parliament. This substantive and expansive legislation is intended to reduce users...
Dentons
There is an emerging trend of employees surreptitiously recording and posting their termination meeting on social media.
Filion Wakely Thorup Angeletti LLP
Regulatory bodies oversee certain professional workers, including teachers, accountants, and many health professionals.
Filion Wakely Thorup Angeletti LLP
Social media influencers embarking on the journey of growing their own businesses often face two pivotal challenges: (i) hiring additional support for product or service management...
McCarthy Tétrault LLP
Le 26 février 2024, le Projet de loi C-63 soit la Loi édictant la Loi sur les préjudices en lignes, ci-après le («Projet de loi»), a fait l'objet de sa première lecture à la Chambre...
France
Novagraaf Group
If a brand owner uses a mark on social networks, does it constitute actual evidence of use? Florence Chapin examines a recent EU ruling on trademarks and social media that provides some guidance.
Hong Kong
Tanner De Witt
TMT Comparative Guide for the jurisdiction of Hong Kong, check out our comparative guides section to compare across multiple countries
India
IndusLaw
"Is it true? Is it necessary? Is it kind?" – this very famous question was posed by Greek philosopher Socrates, to his followers.
Naik Naik & Company
The term ‘Doxing' is short for ‘dropping dox', ‘dox' being slang for documents. Doxing (also spelt as Doxxing) is the act of revealing identifying and personal information about someone online.
Khaitan & Co LLP
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) issued an advisory dated 21 March 2024 to endorsers and influencers on social media, social media intermediaries and online advertisement...
Intepat IP
In an era where digital spaces dominate consumer interactions, understanding the role and challenges of trademarks and branding is pivotal for businesses.
S.S. Rana & Co. Advocates
The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (I & B) has taken an action in coordination with various intermediaries, to block 18 OTT Platforms publishing obscene, vulgar, and some instances...
Touchstone Partners
India does not support an unfettered right to freedom of speech.
Combating Misinformation And Deepfakes: Meity's Directive For Intermediaries' Compliance Of IT Rules
Argus Partners
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology ("MeitY" or "Ministry") has issued an advisory on December 26, 2023 to all intermediaries, emphasizing the adherence to the IT Rules and compliance with the instructions on prohibited content.
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