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In our latest article, "Key IP Issues for the Next President and Congress to Tackle: AI and Patent Subject Matter Eligibility", Author Ryan J. Malloy writes: The debates surrounding the 2024 election focused on “hot button” issues like abortion, immigration, and transgender rights. But several important IP issues also loom over the next administration and Congress. These issues include AI-generated deepfakes, the use of copyrighted works for AI training, the patentability of AI-assisted inventions, and patent subject matter eligibility more generally. We might see President Trump and the 119th Congress tackle some or all of these issues in the next term.

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In our latest article, "Key IP Issues for the Next President and Congress to Tackle: AI and Patent Subject Matter Eligibility", author Ryan J. Malloy wrote"The debates surrounding the 2024 election focused on “hot button” issues like abortion, immigration, and transgender rights. But several important IP issues also loom over the next administration and Congress. These issues include AI-generated deepfakes, the use of copyrighted works for AI training, the patentability of AI-assisted inventions, and patent subject matter eligibility more generally. We might see President Trump and the 119th Congress tackle some or all of these issues in the next term."

📚 Can property rights meant to exclude promote inclusivity? Check out this insightful review of "Research Handbook on Intellectual Property Rights and Inclusivity" by Maciej Padamczyk. Dive deep into the critique of the relationship between IP rights and inclusivity. #IntellectualProperty #Inclusivity

🌍 Did you know that Italy ranks first globally for cultural influence and heritage according to the several indexes? (https://lnkd.in/dwgJt-gW). Honestly, I didn’t! While I’ve always known about Italy’s global cultural impact, seeing the data brought a sense of pride. Italy’s influence, especially in the arts, is remarkable for a country of its size. 🎶 Opera, Italy’s first cultural export, has transcended time and borders. Although nearly half of the global opera repertoire is still Italian - with Verdi's "La Traviata" leading the way (source: Operabase) - over the past two centuries, other big operatic traditions have emerged, from the German and French to the Russian and American schools. This evolution speaks to the art form’s global reach. Interestingly, while the Italian language and repertoire remain dominant, new operas are rarely written in Italian today. This highlights a shift in contemporary music, where other languages have become more prevalent. Contemporary opera faces its own set of challenges, but that's a discussion for another day. ✨ Last December, UNESCO recognized Italian opera as part of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Yet, cultural influence isn’t guaranteed. To sustain and evolve, opera - and culture in general - needs active promotion and support. As I reflect on this during my recent studies in Leadership and Humanistic Management, I feel more connected to the cultural legacy we share with the world. It’s time we embrace this heritage and continue to celebrate the immense role that opera plays on the world stage, while also understanding our responsibility to sustain and nurture it for the future. . . . #italianopera #culturalinfluence #culturalambassador #opera #statistics #madeinitaly

The published version of my paper "Where are the female composers? Human capital and gender inequality in music history" is now available and will appear in the January 2025 issue of the European Economic Review. Many thanks to my amazing co-authors, Karol J. Borowiecki and Martin Hørlyk Kristensen for this rewarding collaboration. Courtesy of an agreement between SDU and Elsevier, the article is open access! Accordingly, feel free to download a copy. 😊 #Culturaleconomics #UVMecon #SDUeconhistory

Did you know that UFA had a folk song back in 1920? Check out this video to learn more, and have a listen to the lyrics! https://lnkd.in/g_QUmpjZ

🌟 Gender Equality Matters 🌟 Looking to make a change in the corporate events world? Despite appearing female-dominated, the reality is there's work to be done to achieve true gender parity. 💼💪 Here are some key takeaways from our study: - Addressing gender disparities is essential for progress. - Advocating for equal opportunities benefits everyone involved. - Recognizing and valuing women's contributions is crucial. Curious to dive deeper into this important topic? Click the link to find out more: https://lnkd.in/gmSccqac #GenderEquality #CorporateEvents #EqualOpportunities #EmpowerWomen #ProgressNow

This International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, let’s pledge to create a safer, kinder, and more equitable future. It starts with us: - Calling out abuse - Supporting survivors - Advocating for change Silence is not an option. Together, let’s make the world a place where every woman can live without fear. #EndViolenceAgainstWomen #StopTheViolence #WomensSafety #SpeakOut #BreakTheSilence #SupportSurvivors #WomensRights #NoToAbuse #GenderEquality #EmpowerWomen #JusticeForAll #TogetherWeCan #RespectWomen #HumanRightsMatter #ActNow #GlobalChange #famedelivered . . . Disclaimer: NO COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT INTENDED! All credit goes to the respective owners. FAIR USE: Copyright disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. Allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. We do not own all the material.

Hi Despite the very weak internet from the depths of the Tacoma forests in the U.S., I did my best for this presentation. Unfortunately, there is still some audio noise, but hopefully, it may still be helpful...This lecture is structured around three key historical periods in Iranian music: the Constitutional Revolution, the Pahlavi era (before the Islamic Revolution), and the post-1979 Islamic Republic period. Each of these periods reflects different social and political climates that have significantly influenced the role of women in the music industry ...And I believe that despite the strict regulations, women both inside and outside of Iran have continued to find ways to express their music. Movements like the 'Women, Life, Freedom' protests have highlighted the ongoing struggles for gender equality. Music plays a vital role in these efforts. I think that the most important need today is to create a dedicated space for preserving, recording, and organizing these resources in a clear and audio format on accessible online databases. This means establishing a well-defined music archive for the history of Iran from various perspectives, in collaboration with different fields of the humanities...