AI AI AI: Integrity, Innovation, and the Future of Creativity
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries, but as it becomes more integrated into academic and business practices, concerns around integrity…
Are You Maximising Your Brand’s Value Through Strategic Co-Marketing?
Harvesting the synergistic benefits through brand Co-Marketing. Co-marketing is a distinctive way brands can promote themselves in the marketplace. Co-marketing…
Spoofed! Protecting Your Intellectual Property from Digital Fakes
Imagine buying a pair of "Nike" sneakers, only to find out they have the iconic swoosh upside down, the soles…
Unearthing more value: How IP valuation shapes the future of mining technology
In a recent article, Barnard's innovative approach to IP valuation was discussed. The recent discovery of the world’s second-largest diamond,…
Memorandum of Incorporation, Shareholders’ Agreement and Rules of a Company: The same orchestra but different instruments
The legal nature, status and role of the different regulating documents of a company. The Memorandum of Incorporation (“MOI”), Shareholders’…
Intellectual Property Valuation: How long is a piece of string?
Valuing intellectual property (IP) often feels like trying to answer the question, "How long is a piece of string?" The…
What is synthetic data and how can it address AI’s privacy and copyright issues?
In today's digital world, data and artificial intelligence (AI) are everywhere. Companies are always looking for data to train their…
SCA Ruling raises concerns for Life Rights buyers in Retirement Housing
In a significant recent judgment, the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) has cast doubt on the protections afforded to individuals…
Understanding the termination and acquisition of parental rights and responsibilities in South Africa
A parent may either have full or specific parental responsibilities and rights in respect of a minor child. The responsibilities…