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Denmark takes a stand against deepfakes – rules are not yet law

By Laura Stravinskaite | Posted on August 12, 2025

Denmark has received international attention for its political agreement aimed at protecting individuals from misuse of their likeness and voice through deepfake technology. However, while many online articles refer to it as a new law, it is important to clarify that this is not yet enacted legislation, but rather a political agreement—a legislative proposal still in the making. The agreement, supported by...

Tags: AI, deepfake, Denmark

Basel, Switzerland - April 02, 2024: Hermes shop sign in Basel, Switzerland . It is a French fashion house selling luxury articles. Founded in Paris in 1837.

Paris Court rules Hermès’ copyright and trademark infringed in upcycled fashion case

By Laura Stravinskaite | Posted on July 9, 2025

On April 10, 2025, the Paris Judicial Court handed down a pivotal decision in favour of Hermès, finding that S.A.S. MAISON R&C, S.A.S. ATELIER R&C, and Géraldine Lugassy Demri had infringed Hermès’ copyrights and its registered word mark by incorporating parts of Hermès silk scarves—featuring original graphic works—onto denim jackets marketed as...

Tags: copyright, fashion, hermes, Infringement, Trademark

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