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MOD copyright information, how to obtain licensing permission, use of MOD names, logos and insignia on items offered for sale (merchandise).
General guidance for all organisations (including charities, voluntary and not-for profit) on showing broadcasts to the public e.g. customers and employees.
Music industry voluntary code that is a commitment to standards of good practice in relation to music streaming.
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Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in China.
Information to help you protect, manage, and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in the UAE.
A list of offences and penalties that relate to counterfeiting and piracy.
Your chances of obtaining a useful patent are significantly greater if you use an attorney. A patent specification is a legal document and requires specialist skills to draft properly.
The IPO has developed tools, guidance and teaching resources for primary, secondary, further and higher education, researchers and university management.
Information to help you protect, manage, and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in Saudi Arabia.
The IPO's IP for business tools, training and guidance can help you create value from your ideas, turning inspiration into sustainable business success.
Intellectual property insurance may not be appropriate for every business however you may find that IP insurance has numerous benefits.
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in Australia.
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in Pakistan.
Information to help you protect, manage and enforce your intellectual property (IP) rights in Brazil.
This notice is aimed at individuals and small businesses who may wish to use or create knitting, sewing and related patterns.
Copyright advice on printed music issues aimed at singers, instrumentalists, orchestras, choirs, bands and other users of printed music.
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