intellectual property

Music doesn’t just happen: Why you should care about the Copyright Act review

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The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment is currently reviewing the Copyright Act. Damian Vaughan, CEO of Recorded Music NZ, argues that strengthening copyright protection under the law will benefit our local music industry. It’s an exciting time for New Zealand music. The industry has embraced the digital transition, is investing in new distribution models, … Read more

Has Steve Madden ripped off this Kiwi brand’s runners?

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One of these things is a lot like the other – which is why Allbirds is suing Steve Madden for allegedly copying its signature Wool Runners. Three years ago, former All Whites player Tim Brown set out to make a woollen shoe. In 2017, everyone from Larry Page to Mindy Kaling is sporting Allbirds, rounding … Read more