Despite these enactments, copyright protection and information communication technology are still riddled with some issues, pitfalls, and shortcomings. Copyright laws generally contain different provisions relating to computer programs and digital media copyrights, database, rental rights, cinema, literature-related rights, dramatic rights, musical rights, artistic rights, cinematograph rights, sound recordings rights, broadcasting rights, performer’s rights, phonograms rights, etc. First and foremost, the Berne Convention has lagged behind the trend in the digital conversions of telecommunications, media, and information technology. ConclusionAlthough the Copyright laws attempt to anticipate improvements in technology and scientific knowledge, the intended flexibility and broadness are hampered by the other eligibility requirements and parameters for copyright protection stipulated in the laws. Key terms: Copyright, copyright protection, protection of intangible and tangible assetsAuthorMr. Oyetola Muyiwa Atoyebi, SAN is the Managing Partner of O. M. Atoyebi, S.A.N & Partners (OMAPLEX Law Firm).

Source: Economic Times February 12, 2023 09:26 UTC