Can You Copyright a "Vibe"? - Exploring Copyright Protection for Style and Creative Elements
Electronic Frontiers Forums at DragonCon via YouTube
Overview
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Explore the complex legal question of whether creative "vibes" and stylistic elements can be protected under copyright law in this 58-minute conference talk from Electronic Frontiers Forums at DragonCon. Examine the landmark case of Gifford v. Sheil and its implications for content creators navigating intellectual property boundaries. Learn from a panel of legal experts including moderator Meredith Filak Rose, Andrew Greenberg, Cory Scott Rosenberger, Courtney Lytle, and TJ Mihill as they dissect the case outcome and discuss what it means for artists, writers, and creators who work with similar themes, aesthetics, or creative approaches. Gain insights into the evolving landscape of copyright protection and understand how courts determine what constitutes protectable expression versus uncopyrightable ideas or styles.
Syllabus
Can You Copyright a “Vibe”?
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Electronic Frontiers Forums at DragonCon