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Reality bytes: CJEU confirms functionality of computer programs not protected by copyright
The Court of Justice of the EU has handed down its keenly awaited judgment in SAS Institute Inc v World Programming Ltd, confirming that the functionality of a computer program is not protected by copyright. Nabarro provides details on the case's background and implications for software companies.
Law Firm: Nabarro | Published: 16 May 2012 | Practice Area: Copyright
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eDisclosure in the UK: recent developments in practice and procedure
This white paper summarises the rules and case laws relevant to the management of electronic disclosure in civil courts. Insight is given on the factors affecting procedural matters and commentary is provided on all cases which continue to exert an influence on current eDisclosure practice.
Law Firm: Guidance Software | Published: 16 May 2012 | Practice Area: Practice and Procedure
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Emerging issues in social media: an in-depth discussion of the risks and rewards
In Baker & McKenzie's recent webinar, Partners from their IP, employment and international practice groups addressed a variety of issues including the rise of social media marketing; assets and how to protect them; privacy; the right to be forgotten; endorsements; consumer protection; and more.
Law Firm: Baker & McKenzie | Published: 09 May 2012 | Practice Area: Regulation and Enforcement
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Beware unfair software: Europe’s top court rules on software copyright
The CJEU has delivered its ruling on the scope of copyright protection for computer programs. The Court confirmed that there is no copyright in the functionality of a computer program or the programming language. Field Fisher give full details of the ruling and what it will mean in practice.
Law Firm: Field Fisher Waterhouse | Published: 08 May 2012 | Practice Area: Copyright
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Hacking in the financial services sector - what all firms should know
'Distributed denial-of-service' attacks aimed at companies in the financial services industry have tripled in the first quarter of 2012 compared to the same period last year, according to new security data. Eversheds detail what the hackers are targeting and how companies should be preparing.
Law Firm: Eversheds | Published: 04 May 2012 | Practice Area: Security
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Smartphone and iPad use - how law firms can identify and minimise the associated risks
This white paper examines the risks associated with mobile device integration that may affect client service and expose law firms to unwanted content loss, document corruption and metadata disclosure. Additionally, technology solutions and recommendations to mitigate these risks are presented.
Law Firm: Microsystems | Published: 28 March 2012 | Practice Area: Security
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Tech bytes: successful cookie audits; impact of the proposed Data Protection Regulation
This monthly bulletin from Field Fisher Waterhouse details all the legal and commercial issues affecting the technology and communications sector. In this issue: how to run a successful cookie audit; dot brand applications; the impact of the proposed Data Protection Regulation; and more.
Law Firm: Field Fisher Waterhouse | Published: 26 March 2012 | Practice Area: E-Commerce
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E-disclosure blues: Court's decision highlights the cost of inadequate disclosure
In this briefing, Macfarlanes' litigation and dispute resolution team look at the recent case of West African Gas Pipeline Company Limited v Willbros Global Holdings Inc, in which the court made adverse costs orders against the claimant because of its failure to provide adequate e-disclosure.
Law Firm: Macfarlanes LLP | Published: 21 March 2012 | Practice Area: Regulation and Enforcement
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China technology: variable interest entity; foreign investment; internet abuses; personal data protection
This quarterly newsletter collates recent and significant regulatory developments in the Chinese information technology sector. Topics discussed in this issue include VIE structures; the new catalogue for foreign investment; curbing internet services abuses; and much more.
Law Firm: Baker & McKenzie | Published: 29 February 2012 | Practice Area: Regulation and Enforcement
What makes an outsourcing project "work"?
Outsourcing projects are often complex and do not always go as planned. However, there are some clearly identifiable factors or features which will be likely to significantly increase the chances of a successful outcome. This briefing seeks to pull out some of the most prominent examples.
Law Firm: DLA Piper | Published: 29 February 2012 | Practice Area: Outsourcing
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