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Open-Source vs Profit: WP Engine Takes Automattic to Court in Power Struggle Over WordPress
Legal battle highlights deepening rift over WordPress governance and commercial use of open-source resources.
SXSW Is Accused of Using Copyright and Trademark Claims to Suppress Criticism
Copyright and trademark strikes are increasingly being used to force content takedowns.
Trader Joe’s Threatens “Traitor Joe” Parody Shirt Seller
Despite being protected parody, Trader Joe’s is pushing its weight around.
Markiplier Rallies Behind SCP After “Illegitimate Trademark” Is Used to Demand Control of Its Website
SCP is funding a lawsuit against the trademark holder “to annul his false trademark and prevent his continued copyright infringement.”
Nintendo Successfully Persuades Court to Order ISPs to Block Access to Websites
The litigious gaming company was able to persuade the court to require UK internet providers to block accesses to websites that enable Switch game piracy.
Facebook “Ripped Off” Current Bank’s Logo for Its Calibra Crypto Branding, CEO Says
Calibra created their logo in 2016. Facebook’s new crypto project logo looks rather similar.
Rust YouTuber “Vice” Had His Channel Deleted for So-Called “Impersonation” of VICE Media
YouTube didn’t offer the YouTuber a chance to change their name – they just deleted the entire channel.
