Why intellectual property law is crucial for innovation and economic growth

Why intellectual property law is crucial for innovation and economic growth

Recently, tech billionaire Jack Dorsey posted “delete all IP law” on X to which fellow tech billionaire Elon Musk posted “I agree.” It’s an interesting position for two people that are involved with companies that collectively (and conservatively) have more than 2,000 patents.* At any rate, these posts have sparked a heated debate about the relevance and impact of IP laws in today's rapidly evolving technological landscape. While these arguments…

Artist security key to music industry’s safety: Javed Akhtar on IP laws

An artist should have the freedom to refuse the work they don't want to do and that's only possible when they are financially secure, said veteran screenwriter and poet Javed Akhtar on Tuesday highlighting the importance of intellectual property (IP) laws.