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How to (re)use your own publication
13. Oktober 2025 von Lea Singson
If a researcher submits her publication to a journal, the subsequent use of that publication could potentially be problematic if the journal acquires rights to it. These are the copyright options available to researchers for the subsequent use of their publications or research data. » mehr
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Copyright Law
Defining ‚Work‘: The Threshold of Originality in German Copyright Law Explained
18. Juli 2025 von Lea Singson
The threshold of originality is the linchpin for determining whether an intellectual achievement is considered a work and therefore enjoys copyright protection. Several myths are surrounding this concept, and its application depends on the individual case. However, there are clear criteria and examples to help with this. » mehr
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Open Content
A practical guide to using CC licenses
15. April 2025 von Sarah-Isabella Behrens und Georg Fischer
It is a basic good of modern societies to have access to knowledge, information and culture. A new practical guide by Till Kreutzer provides support in choosing the right Creative Commons licence and sharing content in a legally secure manner. It was created in a cooperation with Wikimedia Germany and the German UNESCO Commission. » mehr
Themen: Creative Commons + Lizenzen · English · Grundwissen · In eigener Sache · Urheberrecht
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Copyfraud and Overclaiming – What to watch out for when implementing the EU copyright directive
4. September 2019 von Marion Goller
When rightsholders claim content that does not belong to them, it is called Copyfraud or Overclaiming. There is already a danger that the enforcement of both copyright and its exceptions will be left in the hands of internet platforms. Member states should use the implementation of the EU copyright directive for a much needed course correction. » mehr
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EU Copyright Reform
Martin Kretschmer: “The EU would lose little if it simply rejected the directive”
22. März 2019 von Henry Steinhau · 1 Kommentar
With the planned obligation for internet platforms to obtain licences, the EU Copyright Directive harms the balance in copyright law, says law professor Martin Kretschmer. In his opinion it is unworkable. In any case, the European Court of Justice will soon make certain internet platforms liable for copyright infringements. » mehr
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