Knowledge Base Issues

How do I register a copyright in Malaysia? Is there a registration system for copyright in Malaysia?
Copyright protection in Malaysia is governed by the Copyright Act 1987. In Malaysia, there is no system of registration for copyright. The Copyright Act 1987 provides for the enforcement of the...
What works are protected by copyright? What does copyright protect?
A work that is eligible is fulfillment of the following conditions: Sufficient effort has been expended to make the work original in character. The work has been written down, recorded or reduced...
What does the Copyright Act 1987 provide?
Copyright protection in Malaysia is governed by the Copyright Act 1987 which provides comprehensive protection for copyrightable works. The Act outlines the nature of works eligible for copyright...
What is Copyright Tribunal? What is the purpose of establishing Copyright Tribunal?
The Copyright Tribunal is an independent body established under the Copyright Act 1987. The main function of the Copyright Tribunal is to settle various types of disputes, where the parties cannot...
Why is there a need for Copyright (Amendment) Act 1997?
Information technology has challenged the traditional concept of copyright protection. The Amendment Act, which amended the Copyright Act 1987, came into force on the 1st April 1999. This Act...

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