Introduction
Overview of copyright licensing
Importance of competition in the creative industries
Purpose and structure of the chapter
Section 1: Fundamentals of Copyright Licensing
Definition and types of copyright licenses
oExclusive vs. non-exclusive licenses
oSublicensing and cross-licensing
Key terms and conditions in copyright licenses
Legal framework governing copyright licensing
oInternational treaties (e.g., Berne Convention, TRIPS Agreement)
oNational copyright laws and regulations
Section 2: Market Dynamics in Copyright Licensing
Role of copyright licensing in creative markets
Licensing practices in different industries (music, film, publishing, software)
Economic impact of copyright licensing on creators, distributors, and consumers
Section 3: Competition Law and Policy in Copyright Licensing
Interaction between copyright law and competition law
Antitrust issues in copyright licensing
oMarket power and monopolistic practices
oPrice fixing and collusion
Key legal cases and precedents
oLandmark decisions (e.g., Sony v. Universal, Google Books case)
oAnalysis of recent cases and their implications
Section 4: Challenges and Controversies in Copyright Licensing
Licensing in the digital age
oDigital rights management (DRM) and technological protection measures
(TPMs)
oOnline platforms and streaming services
Issues of fair use and access to licensed content
Licensing in the global context
oCross-border licensing issues
oDifferences in national copyright regimes
Section 5: Future Trends and Developments
Emerging models of copyright licensing
oOpen licensing (e.g., Creative Commons)
oCollective management organizations (CMOs) and their evolving role
Impact of new technologies on copyright licensing
