NAVIGATING MEDIA FREEDOM AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS IN THE DIGITAL ERA

AUTHOR – ISHA DEVESHWAR & MADHUR TIWARI, STUDENT AT AMITY LAW SCHOOL, NOIDA

BEST CITATION – ISHA DEVESHWAR & MADHUR TIWARI, NAVIGATING MEDIA FREEDOM AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS IN THE DIGITAL ERA, INDIAN JOURNAL OF LEGAL REVIEW (IJLR), 4 (3) OF 2024, PG. 326-332, APIS – 3920 – 0001 & ISSN – 2583-2344.

ABSTRACT

In the digital era, the interplay between media freedom and intellectual property rights presents a complex legal and ethical challenge. While media organizations rely on the freedom of expression to report news and create content, intellectual property laws protect creators’ rights to control the use and distribution of their work. As digital platforms proliferate, the ease of sharing and replicating content has heightened the tension between these two areas. This project explores the evolving legal landscape that governs media freedom and intellectual property, particularly in the context of copyright infringement, content licensing, and fair use. It also examines the ethical implications for media organizations when balancing public interest with respect for creators’ rights.

The analysis covers significant case studies that highlight the conflict between the right to report and the need to protect intellectual property, such as the use of copyrighted images, video content, and music in media production. Additionally, the role of digital platforms like YouTube, social media, and streaming services in facilitating content sharing is examined, as they often serve as battlegrounds for intellectual property disputes. This project emphasizes the importance of finding a balance that upholds both the principles of free expression and the protection of intellectual property in the rapidly evolving digital age.

Keywords: Media freedom, intellectual property, digital era, copyright, legal ethics