Legal impacts of digitization on intellectual property

Keywords: evolution, intellectual property rights, digital age, legal frameworks, technological advancements, artificial intelligence.

Abstract

The digital age has revolutionized the way intellectual property is created, shared, and protected. This article explores the legal aspects of IP protection in the digital age, focusing on the challenges and opportunities posed by digital technologies. The objective of this study is to analyze the evolving landscape of IP protection in the digital age, examining the impact of digitalization on traditional IP laws and regulations.

This study employs a qualitative research methodology, conducting a comprehensive review of existing literature, laws, and regulations related to IP protection in the digital age. Content analysis and synthesis are used to illustrate key concepts and trends. The results of the study highlight the need for updated and harmonized IP laws to address the challenges posed by digital technologies. The study also identifies the importance of technological solutions, such as blockchain and digital rights management, in enhancing IP protection in the digital age. In conclusion, the study emphasizes the importance of adapting IP laws and regulations to the digital age to ensure effective protection of IP rights. It also underscores the need for collaboration between governments, industries, and technology companies to develop innovative solutions for IP protection in the digital era.

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Author Biographies

Vladas Tumalavičius, General Jonas Žemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania, Vilnius, Lithuania.

PhD in Law, Researcher, Research Group for Security Institutions Management, General Jonas Žemaitis Military Academy of Lithuania, Vilnius, Lithuania.

Nataliia Prykhodkina, National Academy of Pedagogical Sciences of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine.

Doctor of Pedagogical Sciences, Professor, and Chief Scientific Officer, Department of Research Activities of Universities, Institute of Higher Education, National Academy of Pedagogical Sciences of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine.

Mariia Vovk, Lviv State University of Internal Affairs, Ukraine.

PhD in Law, Associate Professor, Associate Professor of the Department of Civil Law Disciplines, Institute of Law of the Lviv State University of Internal Affairs, Ukraine.

Serhiy Mytych, National Academy of Internal Affairs, Kyiv, Ukraine.

PhD, Teacher, The Criminal Procedural Law Department, National Academy of Internal Affairs, Kyiv, Ukraine.

Oksana Kustovska, National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine.

PhD in Economics, Associate Professor, Department of Land-Use Planning, Faculty of Land Management, National University of Life and Environmental Sciences of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine.

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Published
2024-02-29
How to Cite
Tumalavičius, V., Prykhodkina, N., Vovk, M., Mytych, S., & Kustovska, O. (2024). Legal impacts of digitization on intellectual property. Amazonia Investiga, 13(74), 214-226. https://doi.org/10.34069/AI/2024.74.02.18
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