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Reuters: US accuses Chinese AI firms of ‘malicious’ copying of AI technology. “The U.S. government on Tuesday accused Chinese artificial intelligence companies of maliciously copying technology from American AI firms, potentially complicating relations ​ahead of a planned meeting between leaders of the world’s two biggest economies later this month.”

Reuters: US accuses Chinese AI firms of ‘malicious’ copying of AI technology. “The U.S. government on Tuesday accused Chinese artificial intelligence companies of maliciously copying technology from American AI firms, potentially complicating relations ​ahead of a planned meeting between leaders of the world’s two biggest economies later this month.”

Reuters: US accuses Chinese AI firms of ‘malicious’ copying of AI technology. “The U.S. government on Tuesday accused Chinese artificial intelligence companies of maliciously copying technology from American AI firms, potentially complicating relations ​ahead of a planned meeting between leaders of the world’s two biggest economies later this month.”

Reuters: US accuses Chinese AI firms of ‘malicious’ copying of AI technology. “The U.S. government on Tuesday accused Chinese artificial intelligence companies of maliciously copying technology from American AI firms, potentially complicating relations ​ahead of a planned meeting between leaders of the world’s two biggest economies later this month.”

‘We’re not going to back down’: tiny Portland B&B stands up to Airbnb’s legal bid to ‘monopolise’ letters ‘bnb’ https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/sep/14/portland-bnb-airbnb-silicon-valley-legal-battle-festival #Airbnb #HospitalityIndustry #Dorset #Festivals #IntellectualProperty #Law #HousePrices #SiliconValley #UkNews #England

‘We’re not going to back down’: tiny Portland B&B stands up to Airbnb’s legal bid to ‘monopolise’ letters ‘bnb’ https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/sep/14/portland-bnb-airbnb-silicon-valley-legal-battle-festival #Airbnb #HospitalityIndustry #Dorset #Festivals #IntellectualProperty #Law #HousePrices #SiliconValley #UkNews #England

‘We’re not going to back down’: tiny Portland B&B stands up to Airbnb’s legal bid to ‘monopolise’ letters ‘bnb’ https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/sep/14/portland-bnb-airbnb-silicon-valley-legal-battle-festival #Airbnb #HospitalityIndustry #Dorset #Festivals #IntellectualProperty #Law #HousePrices #SiliconValley #UkNews #England

‘We’re not going to back down’: tiny Portland B&B stands up to Airbnb’s legal bid to ‘monopolise’ letters ‘bnb’ https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/sep/14/portland-bnb-airbnb-silicon-valley-legal-battle-festival #Airbnb #HospitalityIndustry #Dorset #Festivals #IntellectualProperty #Law #HousePrices #SiliconValley #UkNews #England

‘We’re not going to back down’: tiny Portland B&B stands up to Airbnb’s legal bid to ‘monopolise’ letters ‘bnb’ https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/sep/14/portland-bnb-airbnb-silicon-valley-legal-battle-festival #Airbnb #HospitalityIndustry #Dorset #Festivals #IntellectualProperty #Law #HousePrices #SiliconValley #UkNews #England

‘We’re not going to back down’: tiny Portland B&B stands up to Airbnb’s legal bid to ‘monopolise’ letters ‘bnb’
By Amelia Hill

Three little letters - bnb-side’s name is a play on the local b-side arts festival, but Silicon Valley colossus sees threat to global brand

https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/sep/14/portland-bnb-airbnb-silicon-valley-legal-battle-festival

#Airbnb #Hospitalityindustry #Dorset #Festivals #Intellectualproperty #Law #Houseprices #SiliconValley #UKnews #England #TheGuardian #AmeliaHill

‘We’re not going to back down’: tiny Portland B&B stands up to Airbnb’s legal bid to ‘monopolise’ letters ‘bnb’
By Amelia Hill

Three little letters - bnb-side’s name is a play on the local b-side arts festival, but Silicon Valley colossus sees threat to global brand

https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/sep/14/portland-bnb-airbnb-silicon-valley-legal-battle-festival

#Airbnb #Hospitalityindustry #Dorset #Festivals #Intellectualproperty #Law #Houseprices #SiliconValley #UKnews #England #TheGuardian #AmeliaHill

‘We’re not going to back down’: tiny Portland B&B stands up to Airbnb’s legal bid to ‘monopolise’ letters ‘bnb’
By Amelia Hill

Three little letters - bnb-side’s name is a play on the local b-side arts festival, but Silicon Valley colossus sees threat to global brand

https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/sep/14/portland-bnb-airbnb-silicon-valley-legal-battle-festival

#Airbnb #Hospitalityindustry #Dorset #Festivals #Intellectualproperty #Law #Houseprices #SiliconValley #UKnews #England #TheGuardian #AmeliaHill

‘We’re not going to back down’: tiny Portland B&B stands up to Airbnb’s legal bid to ‘monopolise’ letters ‘bnb’
By Amelia Hill

Three little letters - bnb-side’s name is a play on the local b-side arts festival, but Silicon Valley colossus sees threat to global brand

https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/sep/14/portland-bnb-airbnb-silicon-valley-legal-battle-festival

#Airbnb #Hospitalityindustry #Dorset #Festivals #Intellectualproperty #Law #Houseprices #SiliconValley #UKnews #England #TheGuardian #AmeliaHill

Ars Technica: Panic builds over bankrupt Spirit’s looming data sale to Google. “Doug Kreuzkamp was shocked when news outlets reported that Google won an auction to buy a huge amount of operational data as part of Spirit Airlines’ bankruptcy proceedings. Kreuzkamp founded a startup called Springshot in 2011, which created a widely used proprietary platform that helps humans and AI systems […]

Ars Technica: Panic builds over bankrupt Spirit’s looming data sale to Google. “Doug Kreuzkamp was shocked when news outlets reported that Google won an auction to buy a huge amount of operational data as part of Spirit Airlines’ bankruptcy proceedings. Kreuzkamp founded a startup called Springshot in 2011, which created a widely used proprietary platform that helps humans and AI systems […]

Ars Technica: Panic builds over bankrupt Spirit’s looming data sale to Google. “Doug Kreuzkamp was shocked when news outlets reported that Google won an auction to buy a huge amount of operational data as part of Spirit Airlines’ bankruptcy proceedings. Kreuzkamp founded a startup called Springshot in 2011, which created a widely used proprietary platform that helps humans and AI systems […]

Ars Technica: Panic builds over bankrupt Spirit’s looming data sale to Google. “Doug Kreuzkamp was shocked when news outlets reported that Google won an auction to buy a huge amount of operational data as part of Spirit Airlines’ bankruptcy proceedings. Kreuzkamp founded a startup called Springshot in 2011, which created a widely used proprietary platform that helps humans and AI systems […]

Ars Technica: Panic builds over bankrupt Spirit’s looming data sale to Google. “Doug Kreuzkamp was shocked when news outlets reported that Google won an auction to buy a huge amount of operational data as part of Spirit Airlines’ bankruptcy proceedings. Kreuzkamp founded a startup called Springshot in 2011, which created a widely used proprietary platform that helps humans and AI systems […]

What would happen if we had no #IntellectualProperty laws?

I know if we made that change right now—2026–it would be very bad.

But what if the US had decided after either world war to drop #copyright and #patent protections?

#askfedi

What would happen if we had no #IntellectualProperty laws?

I know if we made that change right now—2026–it would be very bad.

But what if the US had decided after either world war to drop #copyright and #patent protections?

#askfedi

What would happen if we had no #IntellectualProperty laws?

I know if we made that change right now—2026–it would be very bad.

But what if the US had decided after either world war to drop #copyright and #patent protections?

#askfedi

What would happen if we had no #IntellectualProperty laws?

I know if we made that change right now—2026–it would be very bad.

But what if the US had decided after either world war to drop #copyright and #patent protections?

#askfedi

What would happen if we had no #IntellectualProperty laws?

I know if we made that change right now—2026–it would be very bad.

But what if the US had decided after either world war to drop #copyright and #patent protections?

#askfedi

Tesco alerts police as supermarket becomes latest victim of scam ‘endorsement’ ads
By Rob Davies

Exclusive: Supermarket joins line of firms and sports stars including Bellingham and Haaland to have their image hijacked via ads

https://www.theguardian.com/money/2026/sep/13/tesco-scam-endorsement-haaland-bellingham-casino

#Scams #Tesco #Barclays #Gambling #Business #Consumeraffairs #Money #Supermarkets #Facebook #Meta #Instagram #Advertising #Cybercrime #Socialnetworking #Internet #Media #Technology #UKnews #Intellectualproperty #Law #Regulators #TysonFury #LewisHamilton #Monzobank #TheGuardian #RobDavies

Tesco alerts police as supermarket becomes latest victim of scam ‘endorsement’ ads https://www.theguardian.com/money/2026/sep/13/tesco-scam-endorsement-haaland-bellingham-casino #Scams #Tesco #Barclays #Gambling #Business #ConsumerAffairs #Money #Supermarkets #Facebook #Meta #Instagram #Advertising #Cybercrime #SocialNetworking #Internet #Media #Technology #UkNews #IntellectualProperty #Law #Regulators #TysonFury #LewisHamilton #MonzoBank

Engadget: New Twitter rebrands to Tweet.app after court’s double-edged ruling . “The Tweet.app website is currently live, but is still only accepting waitlist applicants for its upcoming social media platform. According to TechCrunch, more than 172,000 have already signed up and requested a handle, which costs $20 to reserve.”

PBS News Hour: Descendants of enslaved potter David Drake work to reclaim ancestor’s art. “The descendants David Drake, known as Dave the Potter, have traced their lineage back to the once-enslaved potter and launched an effort to reclaim his work. So far, the family has recovered six pieces of Drake’s highly valued glazed stoneware, and they’re working with museums to bring even more back into […]

Ars Technica: New Twitter launches, says Musk’s X gave up the name. “Operation Bluebird, the Virginia-based startup trying to revive the allegedly abandoned ‘Twitter’ name and logo, announced Monday that it has launched its new social media network: Twitter.now.”

Former arch enemies merge - Archer Aviation acquires Boeing subsidiary Wisk Aero. Boeing will end up with a 16.5% stake in Archer.

https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/10/archer-buys-former-rival-wisk-aero/ #ArcherAviation #WiskAero #Boeing #Acquisition #IntellectualProperty #TradeSecrets #Lawsuit #eVTOL #ElectricAviation #Aviation #AutonomousFlying #AirTaxi

Behind the Curtain at Google https://www.theatlantic.com/podcasts/2026/07/galaxy-brain-behind-curtain-google-silicon-valley/688130/?utm_source=feed #Google #RegulateTech #AI #RegulateAI #PrivacyRights #IntellectualProperty #copyright #GovernmentContracts

Astronics Wins UK Appeal in Lufthansa Patent Case

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#Germany #DE #Europe #EU #Europa #Lufthansa #AstronicsCorporation #ATRO #attorneyfees #damagesrefund #intellectualproperty #LufthansaTechnik #patentinfringementdispute #UKappeal
https://www.europesays.com/germany/62610/

Pocketables: We received two DMCA takedown requests via Google from an entity “Jellybean” for 2012 reporting on Android Jelly Bean. “The two articles in question were written on October 8, 2012, and December 10, 2012, and assuming that ‘jamelizsmth’ on tik-tok is this person, which everything seems to indicate, she was 9 years old when those were published. I wasn’t the writer as a note, […]

[Tech Thoughts] Meta’s Instagram problems with child sexual abuse materials, AI deepfakery

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.rappler.com/technology/features/tech-thoughts-meta-instagram-problems-child-sexual-abuse-material-ai-deepfakes/

Creative Commons: The Legacy of 25 Years of Creative Commons. “We are thrilled to recap the first in our series of 25th anniversary events, celebrating some of the most notable moments in the history of the development and deployment of our legal tools from creation to translation; and from advocacy to adoption.”

The Flashforge AD5X: Why I’m Done With Their Walled Garden

1,110 words, 6 minutes read time.

I wish I had known that the Flashforge AD5X was an afterthought—a machine clearly built with cost-cutting as the primary driver rather than user experience.

I was actually looking at QIDI printers when I stumbled upon the AD5X, a decision I now regret.

Don’t get me wrong; I appreciate the machine for what it is because I realize the price point dictates certain trade-offs. It feds my maker mentality, and I was willing to work within its limitations.

However, the recent “walled garden” attempts, implemented well after the sale, have completely soured my opinion of Flashforge.

Had I realized the company was planning to force this closed ecosystem on its users, I would have moved on; in fact, avoiding that exact dynamic is precisely why I didn’t choose a Bambu printer in the first place. From the underwhelming, sluggish touchscreen to the persistent technical flaws that have fueled thousands of online complaints, it is far from the well-engineered tool it was marketed to be. I have reached a point where my needs and the manufacturer’s roadmap are fundamentally incompatible, leading me to make a clean break from their ecosystem.

The Firmware Lockdown

My decision to stay frozen on Firmware 3.0.9 is a calculated move to preserve the utility of my equipment. This version is the last to offer a degree of functional independence before the manufacturer began implementing restrictive lockdown measures. By staying on this specific release, I avoid the firmware updates that effectively block direct local printing.

These updates have transformed the AD5X from a standalone tool into a cloud-dependent terminal. By mandating that the printer be online and tethered through their proprietary servers, the company has prioritized their own oversight over the user’s ability to operate their machine independently.

I should be free to print whatever I choose without their inspection or approval. I bought the machine — it should remain my machine.

I believe we have the right to be secure in our persons, houses, papers, and effects, and I certainly do not need tech overlords deciding what I can and cannot do with the equipment I own.

The Linux & Orca Slicer Workflow

My operational requirements are specific: I run Linux and rely on the stock version of Orca Slicer for its stability and feature set. Unfortunately, this ecosystem is not supported by the manufacturer, who seems intent on forcing users into their own proprietary software stack. Rather than hoping for future support or accepting a broken configuration, I have chosen to take control of my own technical variables.

I have implemented the necessary workarounds to isolate the machine from update servers, ensuring that the tool I rely on remains consistent. This is not a “fix” for a broken device, but a proactive choice to prioritize my technical requirements over the convenience of a forced, proprietary cloud environment. My workflow stays mine, and I refuse to ask for permission to use the tools I rely on.

Exploring Open Alternatives

As I look at where I go from here, I am exploring more open alternatives, such as the ZMod project, which aligns with my need for deeper control and hardware transparency. Projects like these represent the polar opposite of the current manufacturer trend, offering a path where the user remains the primary stakeholder in their own hardware.

The current industry trajectory feels increasingly like the “HP Ink” model, where the printer is a locked-down device designed to restrict consumer choice in materials and software. This “walled garden” approach treats highly capable, technical machines like disposable office appliances. I am moving away from this dynamic in favor of systems that respect my autonomy as a creator.

Conclusion

The divergence between the maker community and these proprietary ecosystems has reached a breaking point. Tethering hardware to cloud-only platforms forces users to choose between subservience to a manufacturer’s roadmap or the path of the tinkerer. Having worked in tech and internet technologies for over thirty years now—where did the time go?—I know that communication should be a simple matter of a computer sending a signal via wire or Wi-Fi to a printer. Whether referred to by number or by descriptive protocols like SSH, HTTP, or HTTPS, these ports are fundamental technology that has existed for decades. What is happening here is that the software port on the printer is being intentionally blocked, forcing the device to contact Flashforge servers to receive an “approved” and “sanitized” file.

By choosing to step outside of this managed ecosystem, I have opted for a direction where my tools remain under my control, serving my needs without the interference of forced updates or remote service requirements. This will be the last Flashforge product I own, and once this machine reaches the end of its life, I am done with them unless they fundamentally change their stance. Time will tell. The future of my workshop lies in open, transparent systems where ownership is not merely a legal status, but a functional reality.

Take Action: Reclaim Your Hardware

1. Secure Your Own Perimeter (The “Gateway Cutoff”)

If you haven’t been locked out yet, take control of your network settings immediately to prevent your printer from “phoning home”:

• Assign a Static IP to your printer.
• Clear the Gateway and DNS fields (or set them to a non-functional address like 192.168.0.0).
• Verify: This ensures your machine remains a local tool, immune to forced cloud-based “updates” that remove your autonomy.

2. Join the Fight for Right to Repair

As advocates like Louis Rossmann have shown, the battle for ownership isn’t just happening in our workshops—it’s happening in our legislatures. If you are tired of companies treating your property like a leased appliance, don’t stay silent:

• Find Your Representative: Use House.gov to identify and contact your local representative.
• Be Clear and Direct: When you call or write, mention specific legislation (like the REPAIR Act). Tell them you are a constituent who believes that if you bought it, you own it—and that includes the right to repair, modify, and use your equipment without manufacturer interference.
• Follow the Leaders: Support organizations and advocates like the Repair Association and Louis Rossmann who are actively fighting to dismantle the anti-consumer “parts pairing” and software-lockdown models that plague our industry.

D. Bryan King

Sources

• Comprehensive Response to Bambu’s AGPLv3 Violations – Software Freedom Conservancy
• Bambu Lab Faces Open Source Licence Firestorm Over OrcaSlicer Fork
• Drama at Flash forge! EULA includes spying on what you print.
• Migliaccio & Rathod LLP: Consumer Protection and Class Action Investigations
• MakerWorld launches Creator Copyright Protection Program – VoxelMatters
• Selling 3D Printed Items – A Legal Guide | All3DP Pro
• What Is RFID Filament? The Guide to Smart Spools – Snapmaker
• Is RFID Filament Killing Open 3D Printing? – YouTube
• Take a Stand for Maker Rights and the Future of Additive Manufacturing
• The differences between open-source printers and closed-source printers
• GNU Affero General Public License, Version 3
• Electronic Frontier Foundation: Right to Repair
• The Repair Association: Right to Repair
• FTC Policy Statement on Repair Restrictions
• Rossmann Repair Group
• SFC Baltobu GitHub Repository
• U.S. Copyright Office Guidance on AI and Copyright
• Bambu Lab Accused of AGPL Violations
• The Future of Open Source 3D Printing – 2026 Analysis
• Software Freedom Conservancy Takes on Bambu Lab
• The Right to Repair is Coming to 3D Printers
• RepRap Wiki: The Foundation of Open Source 3D Printing
• Prusa Research: Open Source Philosophy
• Digital Millennium Copyright Act Overview
• 17 U.S. Code § 512 – Limitations on liability relating to material online
• Cults3D Marketplace
• MyMiniFactory Marketplace
• Thingiverse: The Original Open Design Platform
• SFC Confronts Bambu Lab over Copyleft Compliance
• 3D Printing Manufacturer Faces Backlash Over Proprietary Locks

Disclaimer:

The views and opinions expressed in this post are solely those of the author. The information provided is based on personal research, experience, and understanding of the subject matter at the time of writing. Readers should consult relevant experts or authorities for specific guidance related to their unique situations.

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https://open.substack.com/pub/deadder/p/this-is-outright-stealing?r=2m1hl&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=email

#Copyright #Law #IntellectualProperty #CopyrightInfringement #AIIsTheft

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As #Altman run OpenAI establishes its supposed #charitable arm, the question is does the money these "philanthropists" offer outweigh the permissions we give the system to keep taking?

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https://rbfirehose.com/2025/10/04/reuters-spooked-by-ai-bollywood-stars-drag-google-into-fight-for-personality-rights/

#GenerativeAI #AI #PlagerismMachine #AIisTheft #copyright #intellectualproperty

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🎬 Oh no, the #BBC is upset because a #robot is trying to become the next David Attenborough by regurgitating their precious content. 📺🤖 Because, you know, intellectual property is sacred... unless it's funded by taxpayers! 😂
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A Heap of IP at Santa Clara (WIPIP 2024)

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#Fabulas pasa al #DominioPúblico por decisión de su autor, #BillWillingham

#Fables goes to #PublicDomain by author's decision.

#Comics #IP #IntellectualProperty

https://www.vidaextra.com/cultura/no-puedo-permitirme-demandar-a-dc-autor-fabulas-libera-sus-derechos-al-dominio-publico-incluyendo-the-wolf-among-us

After 20 yrs, #BillWillingham releases #Fables into the #PublicDomain. *HE* is still under contract with #DCComics for future work / #royalties / project approval, but the public is not, not bound by #trademarks or #copyright, & free to do as they like with it in #FanFic & other forms of #art.

He's had disputes with DC Comics forever w/o much relief & this is one of his ways to fight back.

https://billwillingham.substack.com/p/willingham-sends-fables-into-the

#trademark #PressRelease #IP #IntellectualProperty #TellTaleGame #CopyrightLaw