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CAP puts the brakes on broadband speed claims - CAP standards now in force
"CAP puts the brakes on broadband speed claims" - standards now in force.
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CAP considers new rule against harmful gender stereotyping
The Committees of Advertising Practice ('CAP') have a launched a consultation to consider their proposed new rule that "advertisements must not include gender stereotypes that are likely to cause harm, or serious or widespread offence" and are welcoming responses until 26 July 2018.
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CAP updates its remit to exclude ads appearing unlawfully in public places
An update to the UK Code of Non-broadcast Advertising and Direct & Promotional Marketing ('CAP Code') clarifies that marketing which appears unlawfully in public places falls outside of the Committee of Advertising Practice's ('CAP') scope.
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CAP to update its rules in light of the General Data Protection Regulation
The Committee of Advertising Practice ('CAP') has published a consultation paper proposing to amend its rules relating to data protection in light of the General Data Protection Regulation.
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CAP and ASA to crack down on misleading delivery claims and delivery charges
The Committee of Advertising Practice (CAP) has published an enforcement notice on advertised delivery restrictions and surcharges, alongside additional guidance on delivery charges.
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ECJ protects Commercial Agent's rights on termination during trial period
It has been a debatable issue for many years as to whether a Commercial Agent terminated during any trial or probationary period would be entitled to bring a claim for indemnity or compensation if they were terminated. The European Court of Justice decided this month that Commercial Agents' rights are protected even if the termination of the Agent's contract occurs during the trial period.
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Gremlins Strike at the Spanish Franchisor Registry
Technical and operational problems at the Spanish Franchisor Registry (the "Registry") have resulted in the Spanish Authorities suspending the activities of the Registry. As a result, the obligation on franchisors to register with the Spanish Franchisor Registry when granting a franchise in Spain is suspended until further notice.
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Court of Appeal reverses decision on whether software amounts to 'goods' for purposes of the Commercial Agency Regulations
In a significant decision, the Court of Appeal has reversed the UK High Court's previous decision, ruling that an agent selling software delivered electronically within the UK is not protected by the Commercial Agents (Council Directive) Regulations 1993 (SI 1993/3053) as it does not fall within the definition of 'goods'.
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Retail Artificial Intelligence: Matching Celebrity Styles
Many consumers want to look like and live the life of their favourite celebrities. Now AI has brought the reality ever closer. However, AI-powered applications create a number of intellectual property and licensing issues which we explore in this blog.
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Advertising Rules and Online Influencers – Is it an Ad?
Increasing use of influencers to promote products makes it more difficult to distinguish between advertiser controlled content, sponsored content and an influencer's own editorial content. The ASA today announced the launch of a study into people's ability to recognise the difference and what is necessary to correctly label content.