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Launched in 2006, the social networking service (SNS) Twitter is featured by its short, real-time communication. It also allows for video uploads, ...
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Launched in 2006, the social networking service (SNS) Twitter is featured by its short, real-time communication. It also allows for video uploads, ...
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The revised Japanese Personal Information Protection Law came into effect in April 2022. Following our explanation on the 'Responsibilities of Busi...
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The evolution of AI (Artificial Intelligence) in recent years has been remarkable, particularly the technological innovations brought about by deep...
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On online marketplaces and auction sites, you often see statements such as "No claims, no returns, please." If such a statement is included in the ...
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Have you ever seen advertisements for cosmetics and other products that compare before-and-after photos? In situations like online shopping where t...
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Twitter, which now has over 45 million domestic users (active accounts), is becoming more than just a social networking service; it's evolving into...
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Is it possible that a business owner is questioned for responsibility regarding posted reviews.When considering purchasing a product, consumers can...
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The term "public figure" refers to individuals such as members of the National Diet, heads of local governments, councilors, and other high-ranking...
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On June 5, 2020, the revised Japanese Copyright Law was enacted.While the purpose of this revision includes "strengthening measures against online ...
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You may want to use photos of celebrities or notable figures in blogs, social media, or promotional materials. However, you would want to avoid bei...
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A video posted on YouTube in January 2022 by a Youtuber who reveal the secrets or contents (especially the dark side) has become a hot topic. The v...
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"suki-kirai.com" is a website where users can vote either "like" or "dislike" and post comments to share their opinions about celebrities and famou...
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When licensing a patent owned by your company to a third party, a 'Patent License Agreement' is concluded in Japan. Generally, the licensor prepare...
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With the advancement of the internet, online defamation has become a societal issue. In recent years, there have been tragic incidents of celebriti...
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