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The technology behind generative AI is evolving rapidly, ushering in an era where text, images, and even program code can be automatically generate...
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When compared to the Japanese securities market, one of the most significant personalityistics of listing on NASDAQ is that "the listing criteria a...
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Innovative business models leveraging the benefits of Web3 are emerging worldwide. This new wave of the internet, founded on blockchain technology,...
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For corporate accounts, influencers, and individual users alike, the suspension or freezing of a social media account poses a significant issue. Wh...
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With the proliferation of social media, the issue of human rights violations through online posts continues unabated.Following the amendment of the...
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In recent years, the issue of "customer harassment," commonly known as "casuhara," where employees are troubled by malicious claims, has been on th...
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In the realm of the internet, there has been an increase in reputational damage and defamation on anonymous forums such as 5channel (formerly 2chan...
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Social media has become an essential tool for information dissemination not only for individuals but also for companies. While the use of attractiv...
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Customer harassment, known as "customer harassment" in Japan, where malicious claims by clients can harm the working environment for employees, is ...
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On April 19, 2024, Japan's Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, along with the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, published the "...
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In April and October of Reiwa 7 (2025), the amended "Childcare and Nursing Care Leave Act (Act on Welfare Measures for Workers Engaging in Childcar...
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As crypto assets continue to diversify in type, use, and transaction method, legal interpretations are evolving. A particularly important issue for...
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Open Source Software (OSS) is widely used in many software development settings for its ability to reduce development costs and workload. When outs...
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Reviews and ratings posted on platforms like Google Maps are a vital source of information for consumers. Nowadays, it's becoming commonplace to ch...
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Recognition of Authors under Japanese Copyright Law: Principles and Business Exceptions
Understanding Joint Work and Identification of an Author under Japanese Copyright Act
Employment of Foreign Nationals in Japan: A Legal Guide to Work Visas and Residence Qualifications…
Infringement and Civil Remedies in Japanese Copyright Law: Injunctions, Damages, and Disgorgement …
Japan's 'Specified Skilled Worker' Visa: Legal Explanation of Target Industries and Scope of Work
Employing Foreign Nationals in the Trading Industry: Key Points for Obtaining a Work Visa
Comprehensive Guide to Visa Procedures for Recruiting Foreign Employees in Japan by Type of Employ…
Explanation of Neighboring Rights under Japanese Copyright Law
Employment Visas for Hiring Foreign Nationals in Japan: Procedures and Requirements for the Top 5 …
Generative AI and Japanese Copyright Law: A Legal Risk Guide for Businesses
Key Points for Obtaining Work Visas by Recruitment Type for Foreign Employees in Japan
Presumed Infringement and Criminal Penalties under Japanese Copyright Law: Legal Risks Companies S…
