The Sindh High Court recently issued a temporary restraining order against Geo Super, a Pakistani sports channel, from broadcasting the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 8 matches. The order came after a petition was filed by ARY News Network against Geo Super for alleged violations of their broadcasting rights.
Broadcasting rights – ARY News Network x PTV x Geo Super
The PCB has exclusive broadcasting rights for the PSL 8 matches, and they had granted those rights to a different sports channel. However, Geo Super went ahead and started broadcasting the matches without obtaining the proper rights, leading to legal action.
This ruling has implications beyond just the sports industry. It sets a precedent for the protection of intellectual property rights in Pakistan and demonstrates that the country is taking steps to strengthen its legal framework in this area.
Say no to copyright infringement
As the world becomes increasingly digital, the protection of intellectual property rights is becoming more important than ever. This ruling by the Sindh High Court is a step in the right direction and should serve as a warning to other broadcasters and content creators who may be tempted to infringe on the rights of others.
Earlier, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) made an agreement with Pakistan Television (PTV) and ARY News Network making them the official broadcasting partner for PSL 8.
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