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Reverse engineering of software – legal boundaries?
Reverse engineering software in Australia is complex, with legal implications and cases providing authority on “infringing” verses “non-infringing” reverse engineering. Courts have provided some protection to intellectual property (IP) through licence agreements and distinguishing between ideas and expressions of a program.
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Implied terms in software development – the submarine in the code
Court resolves copyright in code without contract. Evidence leads to declaration of ownership and orders to deliver source code. Court implies term limiting the Respondent’s hourly rate claim.
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Understanding the legal issues of gamification
Gamification is a popular way to engage customers, but there are many legal issues to consider. This article looks at those issues and offers advice on how to get started.
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Custom end user licence agreements for the iStore
Launching an App in the iStore? Developers can create a bespoke End User Licence Agreement to meet Apple’s minimum requirements. Learn more about creating legally binding terms and conditions, as well as the Apple guide, in this article.
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Agile software development contractual issues
This article examines Agile Contracts, legally binding agreements that outline roles and responsibilities for software development projects using Agile methodology. It covers key decisions, such as parties, payment milestones, warranties, and other considerations like gain sharing and budget escrow.

