Economic growth begins with ideas, innovation and creativity. Since the signing of the Constitution, the U.S. has protected the fruits of creativity and innovation through intellectual property protection, primarily expressed as patents, trademarks, copyright and trade secrets.
As our economy has become even more dependent on innovation, intellectual property issues have been pushed to the forefront. The clashes have led some to question the value and even the legitimacy of IP protection. While some of these attacks come from the libertarian perspective, most originate from the same naïve socialist impulses that so demonstrably failed in the realm of real property—but somehow are seen as thoughtful with respect to IP.
IPI believes that creators have the right to own and control the fruits of their creativity, and that the IP system has done an admirable job of not only incentivizing innovation, but also making creative products and services available to the public and transferring technology to the developing world.
The U.S. Economy on the GO
In an age where investment in technology and IP development are critical, these should show up in economic measurements. It is time to show them.
Opinion: Though cheap, piracy hurts artists
One study by the Institute for Policy Innovation estimates that the total piracy loss to the sound recording industries from global piracy is about $5.333 billion.
The Siren Song of Efficiency in Music Licensing, Part 2
There’s no need to erode copyright protections to facilitate innovation in the music marketplace. The market is providing a variety of music choices for consumers and business model choices for artists.
The Siren Song of Efficiency in Music Licensing
Could adding a new fair use exception lead to a better music industry?
Letter to Representatives regarding "Innovation Act"
Acting for Innovation
Some have argued that fixes to the system should be put off while the system absorbs the changes already made in the America Invents Act, but when problems are spotted they should be addressed. The Innovation Act does just that.
Comments Regarding Ireland Plain Packaging Regulation
Maine Decides to Open Its Citizens and Itself to Huge New Risks
Maine is allowing the purchase of prescription drugs from foreign Internet pharmacies, putting both patients and the state at risk.
Grand Theft Audio? Rapper Wants GTA 5 Recalled for Stolen Beats
Daz Dillinger said the top-selling but controversial video game “Grand Theft Auto Five” includes his songs and lyrics without permission. Theft of digital music costs recording artists an estimated $12.5 billion annually, according to an IPI study.
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