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What Are the Eligibility Requirements for YouTube Monetization and What Is the Partner Program? Explaining Ads and Tips from Viewers

What Are the Eligibility Requirements for YouTube Monetization and What Is the Partner Program? .

Many YouTubers, VTubers, and celebrities are earning substantial income through YouTube. The source of this revenue is the 'YouTube Partner Program...

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Is 'No Claim, No Return' Absolutely Non-Refundable? Explaining its Legal Effectiveness

Is 'No Claim, No Return' Absolutely Non-Refundable? Explaining its Legal Effectiveness

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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Is 'Before and After' Photos in Beauty and Diet Advertisements Prohibited Under the 'Japanese Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Act'?

Is 'Before and After' Photos in Beauty and Diet Advertisements Prohibited Under the 'Japanese Ph.

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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Can We Identify the Person Who Has Been Defaming Us Using Marshmallow?

Can We Identify the Person Who Has Been Defaming Us Using Marshmallow?

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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When Does Your Channel or Account Get Suspended on YouTube? Explaining the Guidelines

When Does Your Channel or Account Get Suspended on YouTube? Explaining the Guidelines

For YouTubers and VTubers who earn revenue on YouTube, having their channel or account suspended on YouTube can result in significant damage, and t...

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What is the Scope of Derivative Works and Its Usage Rights? Explaining Actual Case Examples

What is the Scope of Derivative Works and Its Usage Rights? Explaining Actual Case Examples

Our surroundings are filled with TV dramas and movies that have been adapted from novels and manga. A work that is newly created based on a certain...

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Is Network Marketing Legal? Understanding the Legal Issues of Multi-Level Marketing and Pyramid Schemes

Is Network Marketing Legal? Understanding the Legal Issues of Multi-Level Marketing and Pyramid .

You may have heard news stories about people who were persuaded by close acquaintances with promises of "easy money" and "guaranteed profits", only...

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Can You Claim Damages From a Client Without a Written Contract?

Can You Claim Damages From a Client Without a Written Contract?

When accepting a job, it is standard practice to enter into a service contract. If a contract has been signed, it is clear that an agreement has be...

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What is the Electronic Provision System for Shareholders' Meeting Materials? Explaining the Key Points of the Amended Japanese Companies Act Enforced in 2022

What is the Electronic Provision System for Shareholders' Meeting Materials? Explaining the Key .

As of September 1, 2022 (Reiwa 4), a system for the electronic provision of shareholder meeting materials has been initiated. By following the pres...

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Does Defamation on a Private Twitter Account Constitute Libel? Explaining Two Case Examples

Does Defamation on a Private Twitter Account Constitute Libel? Explaining Two Case Examples

By default, when you register on Twitter, your tweets are set to be public. However, for users who do not want their tweets to be seen by strangers...

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Two Approaches to Copyright Infringement on YouTube: What are Takedown Notices and Content ID Claims?

Two Approaches to Copyright Infringement on YouTube: What are Takedown Notices and Content ID Cl.

Copyright holders who discover their protected content has been posted on YouTube without permission can file a copyright infringement claim with Y...

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Understanding Grant of Patent License Agreements in Japan: Key Points to Consider

Understanding Grant of Patent License Agreements in Japan: Key Points to Consider

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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How to Avoid Legal Issues and Key Points in Determining Copyright Infringement in Parody Videos

How to Avoid Legal Issues and Key Points in Determining Copyright Infringement in Parody Videos

Many of you may have come across videos on YouTube or TikTok that mimic anime, dramas, and the like.These so-called parody videos are more enjoyabl...

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Legal Issues with Real-Name Reporting of Arrest Records and Criminal History: Does it not Constitute Defamation or Infringement of Privacy Rights?

Legal Issues with Real-Name Reporting of Arrest Records and Criminal History: Does it not Consti.

The facts of being "arrested" and "convicted" are generally matters that individuals do not wish to disclose publicly.Reporting on a person's crimi...

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Is Crawling Images on the Internet a Violation of Copyright Law? Explaining the Legal Issues of Machine Learning

Is Crawling Images on the Internet a Violation of Copyright Law? Explaining the Legal Issues of .

In recent years, the advancement of AI (Artificial Intelligence) technology has been remarkable, and various AIs such as image generation AIs like ...

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Even with a 500 Million Yen Compensation Verdict... What is the Legal Responsibility of Fast Movies? A Lawyer Explains Criminal and Civil Liability

Even with a 500 Million Yen Compensation Verdict... What is the Legal Responsibility of Fast Mov.

There has been growing concern over the illegal video content known as "Fast Movies," which are edited down to approximately 10 minutes. "Fast Movi...

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