1. What are examples of copyright protected works under the Philippine law?
According to Federis & Associates Intellectual Property Firm, under Philippine law, original intellectual creations in the literary and artistic domain are copyrightable. These encompasses written works, dissertations, articles, books, etc. Derivative works are also copyrightable. But derivative works can only be protected provided that it does not affect the existing copyright on the original work.
2. What is the difference between original works and derivative works?
Original works are works that are unique. Inventions are also included in these. It is because inventions are works that have not been introduced or created before. On the other hand, derivative works are those works that are based on pre-existing works. Innovations can be an example of derivative works.
3. What are examples of works not protected by copyright?
According to Federis & Associates Intellectual Property Firm, under Philippine law, any idea, procedure, system method or operation, concept, principle, discovery or mere data as such, even if they are expressed, explained, illustrated or embodied in a work. Works of the government are also included in works not protected by copyright.
4. Why is it important to protect intellectual property?
It is important to protect intellectual property because these works have been part of a major factor in today’s ideas and sets of information. These works should gain great respect and appreciation because these are what complete today's sets of information.
Without them being produced, it would not have been easy for us to explore more of what is really happening around our world. Also, these are original works, are unique ones. Hard work and great amount of time had been put to these works to be produced. That is why it is always important to protect intellectual property.
5. What should you do if you think you do have an idea or invention worth protecting?
I would consult an expert or a professor regarding on what steps should I do to make my work copyrightable. I would present it to local panelists to prove to them that my work is worth protecting. I would make a collaboration with some great scientists/experts in the country to make my work improve more and be ready to present in internationally. Then I would be able to have a great contribution to the society or scientific community.
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https://www.lawdonut.co.uk/business/intellectual-property/copyright/how-does-copyright-work
https://www.canstockphoto.com/vector-original-stamp-12436339.html
https://www.coindesk.com/us-consumer-finance-investigate-bitcoin/
https://michaelhyatt.com/how-to-protect-your-intellectual-property-online/
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