LatestIP And Trademarks 22 October 2026
CGPDTM Draft Guidelines Extend Protection to Virtual Designs
India’s Copyright Office proposes changes to the Design Act, aiming to safeguard modern, virtual GUI and icon designs. Inspired by NEC Corp’s practices, the draft seeks to broaden protection, align Indian law with global standards, and address the growing digital design ecosystem.
The Copyright Office’s draft guidelines propose expanding protection to virtual graphical user interfaces and icons, reflecting the reality that many designs now exist only in digital form. The proposal draws heavily from NEC Corporation’s approach to safeguarding its own digital assets.
- Extends design registration to virtual GUI and icon layouts
- Aligns Indian design law with international practices
- Addresses gaps in protection for purely digital creations
Read the full analysis on Bar & Bench: GUI and Icon Designs: What the CGPDTM’s Draft Guidelines Take from NEC Corporation
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