Software Copyright
Cracking the Code: How to Actually Win a Software Piracy Lawsuit in China Without Losing Your Mind or Your Source CodeNew!!
Imagine finding out that your company main software—its key intellectual property—is being openly pirated, cracked, and sold on Chinese online marketplaces at a fraction of its true worth. For many international tech firms, this isn’t just a hypothetical situation; it’s an everyday challenge. The immediate reaction is often frustration, followed by a rush to send […]
Understanding the Chinese Legal Framework for Software Copyright Infringement: A Guide to Standing and Jurisdictional Requirements for Foreign Rights Holders_Part I
The modern software industry faces a fundamental contradiction between the high costs of development and the minimal costs of copying. Creating software requires significant capital and intensive intellectual effort from specialized professionals over long periods. In contrast, duplicating software demands almost no technical skill and incurs nearly zero additional cost. This contrast makes software especially […]
The Strategic Significance of Software Copyright Registration Archives in China
Executive Summary For international software companies who want to enter the Chinese market, success depends on more than just a strong business plan—it requires a comprehensive approach to protecting intellectual property. While obtaining a Software Copyright Registration Certificate is a common procedural step, the significance of the related registration archive is often overlooked. With the […]
A Strategic Guide for Overseas Software Copyright Owners in Chinese Litigation
For foreign software copyright holders, particularly those from the United States and Europe, China represents a vast market filled with opportunities, yet it also poses significant legal challenges. The prevalent unauthorized use of software—ranging from corporate users installing unlicensed copies to organized piracy networks—necessitates a comprehensive understanding of how to effectively enforce intellectual property rights […]
Landmark Ruling in CPU Architecture Dispute: Beijing Court Clears LoongSon of MIPS Violation Charges
Following a four-year legal dispute, the Beijing IP Court ruled recently that Loongson Technology’s 3A5000 processor does not infringe upon MIPS Technologies’ chip architecture intellectual property rights. Background Information On June 2, 2021, Shanghai Cipunited Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd (“Cipunited”), affiliated with MIPS China, released a statement on its official website addressing claims circulating on […]