Can a copyright be assigned or licensed?
Yes, copyright can be assigned or licensed in whole or in part by the owner. Section 180.1 Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines states that the assignee or licensee gains the rights and remedies of the original owner within the scope of the agreement. This allows for the commercial transfer and flexible use of intellectual property. Such transfers are common in the publishing and media industries. “SEC. 180. Rights of Assignee or Licensee. – 180.1. The copyright may be assigned or licensed in whole or in part. Within the scope of the assignment or license, the assignee or licensee is entitled to all the rights and remedies which the assignor or licensor had with respect to the copyright.” January 7, 2026About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
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