From the author of The Shallows, a bracing exploration of how social media has warped our sense of self and society.From the telegraph and telephone in the 1800s to the internet and social media in our own day, the public has welcomed new communication systems. Whenever people gain more power to share information, the assumption goes, society prospers. Superbloom tells a startlingly different story. As communication becomes more mechanized and efficient, it breeds confusion more than understanding, strife more than harmony. Media technologies all too often bring out the worst in us.A celebrated commentator on the human consequences of technology, Nicholas Carr reorients the conversation around modern communication, challenging some of our most cherished beliefs about self-expression, free speech, and media democratization. He reveals how messaging apps strip nuance from conversation, how “digital crowding” erodes empathy and triggers aggression, how online political debates narrow our minds and distort our perceptions, and how advances in AI are further blurring the already hazy line between fantasy and reality. Even as Carr shows how tech companies and their tools of connection have failed us, he forces us to confront inconvenient truths about our own nature. The human psyche, it turns out, is profoundly ill-suited to the “superbloom” of information that technology has unleashed.With rich psychological insights and vivid examples drawn from history and science, Superbloom provides both a panoramic view of how media shapes society and an intimate examination of the fate of the self in a time of radical dislocation. It may be too late to change the system, Carr counsels, but it’s not too late to change ourselves. Read more

Welcome to the thought-provoking realm of the "Simple Sabotage Field Manual" by the United States Office of Strategic Services, where everyday actions transform into subtle acts of resistance against tyranny. This unique manual empowers readers with ingenious strategies to undermine enemy efforts during World War II, showcasing how ordinary citizens can make a profound impact on the war effort.Discover how the manual instructs citizens to engage in simple yet effective sabotage techniques, from disrupting factory production to delaying transportation. Each clever suggestion not only serves as a tool for resistance but also illustrates the importance of collective action and individual agency in times of crisis. This engaging journey invites readers to reflect on the power of seemingly small actions that contribute to larger movements.The themes of resilience, resourcefulness, and courage resonate throughout the manual, as it transforms ordinary tasks into powerful acts of defiance. With its insightful tone and practical advice, "Simple Sabotage Field Manual" creates an engaging atmosphere that encourages readers to consider their roles in shaping history through direct action. The manual blends humor with seriousness, capturing the essence of wartime ingenuity and the spirit of ordinary people fighting against oppression.Since its release, "Simple Sabotage Field Manual" has garnered attention for its historical significance and creative approach to wartime resistance. Readers have praised its ability to combine practical advice with a compelling narrative, making it an invaluable resource for history enthusiasts, educators, and anyone interested in the dynamics of power and resistance.As you explore the pages of "Simple Sabotage Field Manual", you’ll find a wealth of ideas that resonate with those who believe in the potential of collective action. The manual's practical instructions and witty commentary create a unique reading experience that both informs and entertains, appealing to a diverse audience ranging from history buffs to activists.In conclusion, "Simple Sabotage Field Manual" is more than just a historical artifact—it’s a rallying cry for empowerment and a testament to the impact of ordinary individuals in extraordinary circumstances. Whether you're a history aficionado or seeking inspiration in activism, prepare to be motivated by the ingenious methods of sabotage that remind us of our power to influence change.Don’t miss your chance to delve into this remarkable manual. Let "Simple Sabotage Field Manual" inspire you to recognize the strength of your actions. Grab your copy today and become part of the narrative of resistance that continues to inspire generations!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "A fascinating glimpse into wartime ingenuity! The manual is both entertaining and educational." ⭐⭐⭐⭐ "A brilliant collection of simple yet effective strategies! It made me rethink the impact of everyday actions." ⭐⭐⭐⭐ "An eye-opening read! The humor mixed with serious undertones keeps you engaged throughout." ⭐⭐⭐ "While some suggestions are dated, the spirit of resistance is timeless. A great read for history enthusiasts!" ⭐⭐⭐ "An insightful exploration of individual power during wartime. Highly recommended for those interested in activism and history!" Read more

Gaming Law in a Nutshell discusses all aspects of gambling law, and on all levels: federal, state, tribal, local and international. It covers all forms of gaming, legal and illegal, from traditional casinos and lotteries to internet poker and e-sports, pari-mutuel betting to daily fantasy sports and social media games. Two of the nation's leading experts explain why legal gambling, one of the fastest growing industries in the world, still faces restrictions on its right to advertise or even have its contracts enforced. The Nutshell has separate discussions of many jurisdictions, including Nevada, New Jersey and other states, Macau, Canada and other countries; Indian and charity gaming; taxes; intellectual property, compulsive gambling; and, the most recent developments in the most popular forms of gaming. Read more

Save money: draw it yourselfThis step-by-step guide shows you how to complete a crucial step in the patenting process—creating formal patent drawings that comply with the strict rules of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Plus, it’s packed with insider information and practical advice that will help get the job done.With How to Make Patent Drawings, you can:make utility patent drawingsmake design patent drawingsuse pen and paper or digital equipmentrespond to Patent Office actionscorrect rejected drawingsUSPTO’s latest rules Read more

Intellectual Property in the New Technological Age provides an in-depth survey of the rapidly evolving field of intellectual property law. Volume I covers philosophical perspectives, trade secret law, and patent law. Volume II covers copyright law, trademark law, and state intellectual property law protections. Read more

In 2007, the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples became law, extending inherent human rights for the first time to the approximately half a billion Indigenous people around the planet. But nation-states have been slow to rethink their laws and policies.Protecting Indigenous Knowledge and Heritage situates Canadian progress in undertaking these reforms within a global context and explains what Indigenous knowledge is, who may use it, and how to provide it with legal protection. By tracing decade-long negotiations with British Columbia and Canada, this book demonstrates the fundamental role of Indigenous advocacy in developing legislation and action plans to implement inherent rights.This fully new edition tackles current issues in intellectual property rights and topics such as the revision of educational curricula to incorporate Indigenous content and methodologies. What emerges is a proposal for cooperative legal reform that will invigorate Indigenous knowledge systems and heritage. Read more

A set of more than 2000 index cards that I used to ace the USPTO Patent Bar Examination. Tested to work! They are arranged and formatted in a common sense manner to make things that matter most stick to your memory. More importantly, they bring out the rationale behind each rule, law, office action, response and their relationships and consequences. They complement leading patent bar training courses by providing a ready-to-read non-paper based index card set that is proven to be successful. Designed for convenience, they can be quickly accessed using the kindle app, making it possible to brush up the preparations during travel/commute or whenever you feel like and have a couple of minutes to spare. In addition, the review cards cover highly tested chapters on appeal, patentability and examination and complementing your reading of the chapters that is a must to understand the US patent process and pass the exam. Also designed with the intention to serve as a quick reference after the exams are over and you start practicing patent law. Read more

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Heather Meeker’s Open Source for Business is a practical, readable guide to help businesspeople, engineers, and lawyers understand open source software licensing. Based on the author’s twenty years as an attorney working at the crossroads of intellectual property and technology, this guide explains the legal and technical principles behind open source licensing so you can make the right decisions for your business. It offers tips on using open source, contributing to open source projects, and releasing your own open source software. You'll also get access to quick-reference tables on the major open source licenses, plus forms and checklists you can use to promote compliance. In this book, you will learn . . . • Why open source is not a “virus” • What the GPL is and how to comply with it • When and how to conduct open source audits • What a user-friendly open source policy looks like • How to avoid and respond to open source enforcement claims • How to use open source to fight patent infringement claims • How to manage trademarks for open source products Read more

Creative entrepreneurs and professionals—learn how to boost your chances for securing trademarks for a wide range of arts and crafts. Securing a trademark can be complicated, time-consuming, costly, and all too often unsuccessful. The resources currently on the market are not aimed at creative professionals, leaving them guessing at critical information or wrangling with examples without relatable context. Just Wanna Trademark for Makers offers easy-to-understand legal information created specifically for creative entrepreneurs and professionals. Going beyond the quilt-focused first edition, this newly revised book has updated information, new examples, and cases that show all creative entrepreneurs how to navigate the process of securing a trademark. ·       Made for makers—All the legal advice is broken down with clear examples so you can proceed confidently ·       Get expert advice to protect your work and avoid legal pitfalls from experts that understand the art and craft world Learn from real-world examples represented by a wide range of arts and crafts, including quilting, candle making, cosplay, writing, woodworking, and much more Read more

La portada que usted ve fue hecha con Inteligencia Artificial.¿A quién corresponden los derechos de autor sobre una imagen generada con inteligencia artificial? ¿Pueden los productos de la inteligencia artificial ser creativos? ¿Es la IA solo una herramienta o podría ser considerada, autora?Este libro viene a responder preguntas urgentes sobre fenómenos que están desatado una emergente guerra cultural.Midjourney, Dall-E y Stable Diffusion están revolucionando el mundo del arte, enfrentando a artistas y entusiastas en una batalla sobre el futuro de la creatividad. Pero estos cambios vertiginosos son solo la punta del iceberg del potencial de la inteligencia artificial generativa. Música, cine, literatura, videojuegos, nada está exento hoy de la automatización de la creatividad, que rápidamente avanza abriendo las puertas a las economías digitales del futuro en el metaverso.Estos profundos cambios obligan a repensar preguntas claves en el derecho de autor sobre la originalidad, la autoría y el futuro del dominio público. No solo eso, el potencial de estas tecnologías va más allá del arte, con la proliferación de deep fakes, y aun mas en general, con las implicaciones éticas del despliegue de los algoritmos en todas las areas de la sociedad.Al tender un puente entre disciplinas, este libro no es solo para profesionales de lo legal, sino para todas aquellas personas apasionadas por el arte, la tecnología y las fronteras de la creatividad.El libro es fruto de una investigación rigurosa de muchos años por parte de la autora, quien es una experta mundialmente reconocida en materia de videojuegos, inteligencia artificial ética y derecho de autor.En 2019 colaboró en la redacción del capítulo de ética y regulación para el Plan Nacional de Inteligencia Artificial de Argentina, mientras que en 2022 fue una de los primeros investigadores en el mundo en tener acceso a Dall-E 2, como parte del equipo externo de evaluación convocado por OpenAI.Entre sus credenciales figura el haber sido distinguida como TED Fellow 2022 (con una charla TED que supera el millón de vistas), siendo además investigadora afiliada al Berkman Klein Center de la Universidad de Harvard y al Centro de Tecnología y Sociedad (CETYS) de la Universidad de San Andrés.En sus paginas, “ARTEficial” propone un recorrido didáctico y visual a través de preguntas como:¿Qué es la inteligencia artificial? ¿Qué técnicas se usan para generar nuevos contenidos? ¿Cómo funcionan sistemas como Dall-E o Midjourney?¿Cómo podemos definir a la creatividad?Los orígenes históricos de la creatividad artificial: desde los primeros autómatas, a pioneros de la creatividad computacional como Simon Colton, y artistas modernos en IA como Refik Anadol, Robbie Barrat y Sofia Crespo.Áreas de aplicación de la IA generativa: casos de uso en el arte, literatura, música, videojuegos, NFTs y metaverso.Una explicación detallada de las distintas dimensiones de impacto de la IA en la sociedad y sus problemas éticos.¿Cómo se relaciona la propiedad intelectual con la inteligencia artificial?¿Cuales son las posibilidades para considerar o no autora a la inteligencia artificial?¿Qué desafíos supone para el concepto jurídico de “originalidad”?¿Cómo impacta el derecho de autor en la adquisición y uso de obras intelectuales como datos con los que se entrena una IA? ¿Constituye el resultado una infracción autoral?El futuro del dominio público y la protegibilidad de las obras generadas por IA.Con explicaciones sencillas, humor y referencias geek, ARTEficial aporta al lector nuevas herramientas para pensar sobre el impacto de la IA en la sociedad y una economía creativa post-escasez. Read more

Creatives, it's time to obtain those copyrights! Violating copyright laws can result in significant financial consequences and potentially threaten your business's success. Just Wanna Copyright for Makers: A Legal Roadmap for Creators offers artists, crafters, and creative entrepreneurs a concrete understanding to navigate the copyright system. Learn how to enforce your copyrights, protect your creations, and defend your artistic choices. From enforcing copyrights to navigating the legalities of your craft, this guide is your ticket to a thriving creative business. Avoid common legal pitfalls and confidently make money! Explore legal information tailored for creatives, complete with accessible language and easy-to-grasp examples to help proceed with confidence Receive expert information to help protect your work and sidestep potential legal pitfalls with insights from professionals who specialize in safeguarding artistic work Learn real-world examples from crafters, quilters, and creative entrepreneurs Read more

Here’s a call to colleges and universities to consider implementing restorative practices on their campuses, ensuring fair treatment of students and staff, while minimizing institutional liability, protecting the campus community, and boosting morale. From an Associate Dean of Student Affairs who has put these models to work on his campus. Read more

Reclaiming the Commons: Biodiversity, Traditional Knowledge, and the Rights of Mother Earth lays out the scientific, legal, political, and cultural struggle to defend the sovereignty of biodiversity and indigenous knowledge. Corporate war on nature and people through patents and corporate Intellectual Property Rights has unleashed an epidemic of biopiracy resulting in important legal battles fighting efforts to patent the rights to many plants, including basmati, neem, and wheat. The author presents details of the specific attempts made by corporations to secure these patents and the legal actions taken to fight them. The book goes beyond the legal struggle to position the necessary solutions to corporate control including the exploring the Rights of Nature and proposing a framework for a Universal Declaration of the Rights of Mother Earth. It is the first detailed legal history of the international and national laws related to biodiversity and Intellectual Property Rights. Read more

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Catch a Liar uses Psychological Narrative Analysis (PNA) to study word choices and grammar structures people choose when they communicate. PNA is a new, innovative technique that identifies specific words, speech patterns, and grammar structures that reveal a person’s behavioral characteristics and veracity. Both truthful and deceptive people use the same grammar rules to construct sentences. PNA identifies and exploits these differences. Read more

Voice Over LEGAL is the essential ebook guide for voice actors and broadcasters to managing their business and legal issues - with 100+ pages of essential info including: how to structure/incorporate your business ... write and understand contracts ... ways to get paid ... collect late-pays .... work with agents ... understand taxes, insurance, unions, Fi-Core, copyrights, celebrity impersonations, libel, slander, restrictive clauses, liabilities ... plus a GLOSSARY ... SAMPLE CONTRACT and more.Be smart. Be prepared.Voice Over LEGAL can save you time and money by alerting you to legal and business issues before you make costly mistakes. Author Robert Sciglimpaglia Jr. is a uniquely qualified voice actor / actor / attorney who alerts you to issues to deal with now, and to how to cope with what may arise tomorrow. How can you run your voice over business without Voice Over LEGAL?Industry praise for Voice Over LEGAL …Pat Fraley, Voice Talent and Trainer ..."This book is valuable in any number of ways, but two stand out for me. First, you can thumb through it quickly and note areas to look over immediately or return to later. It is well organized. I love the Question and Answer sections, which are loaded with useful general information. Second, I believe this is the first and only book specific to the strange and wonderful world of voice over legal and business matters. That in itself makes it essential." Marc Cashman, Voice Talent and Coach ..."Robert concentrates on one of the most incomprehensible and misunderstood aspects of voice over, and makes it clear and easy to understand. This book is an invaluable way to help you negotiate virtually any legal questions that pop up."James R. Alburger, VoiceActing Academy Producer, Coach ... "Robert Sciglimpaglia is one of those rare performers who has an in-depth, working knowledge of the legal side of the acting world. He is truly a qualified expert on the legal minutia that can get in the way of a successful voice over or performing career. Listen to what Rob has to say."Bettye Zoller, Voice Talent and Coach ..."This is an amazing resource for anyone, not only in voice overs, but also in radio, TV or acting. So much information that would cost many thousands were a person to hire legal counsel. Rob has added substantially to our resources here." Julie Williams, Voice Talent and Coach ..."Nowhere in this entire industry have I seen someone with so many diverse talents. Rob is a competent attorney, experienced voice over talent, and respectable on-camera actor as well. The perfect go-to guy for any legal or business-related questions you may have about the entertainment industry." Deb Munro, Voice Talent and Coach ..."I am sure you will enjoy this eBook because it was created by someone who is just like you and me, a person everyone can relate to, an everyday guy, taking on a not-so-everyday industry, in an everyday kind of way, legally! It is without hesitation that I recommend this eBook." David Goldberg, Edge Studio Producer and Trainer ..."We are voice over experts, not legal advisors. So we rely on Robert. Robert has helped our contracts provide safer working relationships with our clients, while ensuring our safety. Legalise is not for us. Voice over is. Rob is our man."Susan Berkley, Voice Actor and Coach ..."Rob is a unique combination of successful attorney and actor, both on camera and off. In this groundbreaking eBook you'll get definitive answers to everything pertaining to your voice over business from a legal professional who knows our business inside and out. As you grow your voice over business with Rob's advice you'll never have to worry again about what's "kosher" and what's not." Read more

Understand which body language “tells” are different across cultures, how diversity on a jury may impact a case, how crimes may be perceived differently across the world, and dozens of other critical cultural tips and taboos. Lawyers know that words matter, but quite often even the most brilliant content gets lost in translation. Imagine the following scenarios: • Your Asian client inadvertently blurts out a grotesque insult on the stand. • Hispanics on your jury start laughing at your body language. • A Russian negotiator seems to be lying right to your face. • A Japanese executive prefers jail time rather than tell you the truth. • A new French client questions your reasoning, rejects your advice, and debates your decisions. • A prospective client will not shake your hand. • Why do these things happen? Because people are not alike. Diverse languages, belief systems, business practices and traditions can make intercultural communications exceptionally complex. Sometimes, negotiations can break down over something as innocuous as whether you should interrupt someone, or sit silently and listen, or wait until you’ve had a meal together to discuss business at all. The field of law is increasingly competitive. You require accurate intercultural research to help you succeed with diverse clients domestically – as well as with international prospects both in person and virtually. Kiss, Bow, or Shake Hands®: Courtrooms to Corporate Counsels has the right data – written with lawyers for lawyers – by the author whose books have sold 450,000 copies, and INC Magazine placed on its “7 Best Books on Negotiation” list. Be ready. All rise. Terri Morrison’s books have sold over 450,000 copies and have been translated into multiple languages—from Mandarin and Russian to Korean and Estonian. Knowledge is power. That is why Kiss, Bow, or Shake Hands is given to new hires at firms like Ernst & Young, Glatfelter, and Lockheed-Martin—and is recommended reading at NASA, the US Department of Defense, and the State Department. Kiss, Bow, or Shake Hands is one of INC. magazine’s “7 Best Books on How to Negotiate” and is also a Library Journal and Business Week “Best Business Book.” She is honored to be published by the American Bar Association. Her keynotes in intercultural communications, negotiations, global marketing and sales, diversity and inclusion, leadership, and globalization are informative and engaging. Seminar clients include multinationals like Accenture, American Airlines, American Express, ARI Fleet, AT&T, BAE, Boeing, Campbell’s, Cisco, Deloitte-Touche, DuPont, Ernst & Young, Federal Express, Franklin Templeton, HP, IBM, ILHM, Kronos, Marriott, Microsoft, NATO, Orbitz, Pepsi, and UTC; many associations, including the AICPA, AREAA, IFA, NAR, NBAA; World Trade Associations; universities like the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, Cornell, and Villanova; and legal organizations like the ABA, DRI the Voice of the Bar, the Minority Corporate Counsel Association, the Philadelphia Bar Association, and TAGLaw. She has appeared on CNN, CNBC, Bloomberg, and repeatedly on NPR and the BBC. She has been quoted in the Wall Street Journal, Asia Times, Investor’s Weekly, National Geographic Adventure, ESPN, Fortune, and more. She lives near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, and serves on several boards. Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terri-morrison-2a940a7/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/kissbowauthor?lang=en Website: www.TerriMorrison.com Phone: 610-725-1040 Read more