THE PROTECTION OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS IN CYBERSPACE

Аннотация

This article examines the importance of online IP protection, focusing on Uzbekistan’s legal framework, international agreements, and foreign practices. Through comparative analysis, it highlights gaps in legislation and proposes practical improvements. The study offers insights into legal complexities and emphasizes the need for stronger digital rights protection, contributing to global discussions on intellectual property in the digital age. Key words: Intellectual property rights, cyberspace, online protection, legislation, international agreements, digital piracy, copyright infringement, internet regulation, transnational challenges and jurisdiction. Аннотация: В этой статье рассматривается важность защиты интеллектуальной собственности в Интернете с акцентом на законодательную базу Узбекистана, международные соглашения и зарубежную практику. На основе сравнительного анализа выявляются пробелы в законодательстве и предлагаются практические улучшения. Исследование дает представление о юридических сложностях и подчеркивает необходимость усиления защиты цифровых прав, способствуя глобальным дискуссиям об интеллектуальной собственности в цифровую эпоху. Ключевые слова: Права интеллектуальной собственности, киберпространство, онлайн-защита, законодательство, международные 25 Journаl of Аnаlyticаl Synergy аnd Scientific Horizon ISSN: 3060-5261 Impact faktor: 9.9 Volume 1, Issue 3, Series B 2025 соглашения, цифровое пиратство, нарушение авторских прав, регулирование Интернета, транснациональные проблемы и юрисдикция. Annotatsiya: Ushbu maqolada O'zbekistonning Qonunchilik bazasi, xalqaro shartnomalar va xorijiy amaliyotga e'tibor qaratgan holda intellektual mulkni onlayn himoya qilishning ahamiyati ko'rib chiqiladi. Qiyosiy tahlil asosida qonunchilikdagi bo'shliqlar aniqlanadi va amaliy yaxshilanishlar taklif etiladi. Tadqiqot huquqiy murakkabliklar haqida tushuncha beradi va raqamli asrda intellektual mulk bo'yicha global munozaralarga hissa qo'shish orqali raqamli huquqlarni himoya qilishni kuchaytirish zarurligini ta'kidlaydi. Kalit so'zlar: intellektual mulk huquqlari, kiberhujum, onlayn himoya, Qonunchilik, xalqaro shartnomalar, raqamli qaroqchilik, mualliflik huquqining buzilishi, Internetni tartibga solish, transmilliy muammolar va yurisdiktsiya. In today’s technological advanced world, the internet has become an integral part of daily life for millions worldwide, including a significant portion of Uzbekistan’s population. At the beginning of 2021, about 4.66 billion people were users of the global network, which is 59.5% of the total population of the planet. 1 This is not surprising; internet gives us access to a vast amount of information and allows us to communicate easily with people worldwide. However, there are downsides too, particularly concerning the protection of intellectual property rights. In this context, individuals and entities often find their intellectual property rights infringed upon through various online means, such as plagiarism, content theft, and cybersquatting. These violations not only entail financial repercussions but also pose a threat to one's professional reputation and creative integrity. Compounding the issue is the transnational nature of cybercrime 26 Journаl of Аnаlyticаl Synergy аnd Scientific Horizon ISSN: 3060-5261 Impact faktor: 9.9 Volume 1, Issue 3, Series B 2025 and the inadequacy of national legal frameworks to address emerging digital threats effectively. Although these crimes are not common for Uzbek people due to lack of awareness, crimes are increasing significantly in recent years. Whereas, it is hard to protect intellectual property rights in the real world - outside from cyberspace. In the cyber world, cybercrimes arises tough challenges to safeguard intellectual property rights in cyberspace because the unique characteristics of cyberspace present distinct challenges to the enforcement of these rights. Issues digital piracy, online counterfeiting, and unauthorized use of copyrighted material have proliferated, posing significant threats to creators, innovators, and rights holders. In the context of Uzbekistan, the protecting intellectual property rights in cyberspace has become increasingly important in recent years. The protection of intellectual rights is established within the legal framework of Uzbekistan, including provisions within the Uzbekistan Civil Code, law of republic Uzbekistan on copyright and related rights and various other regulations. However, can these legislative measures serve as the foundation for safeguarding intellectual property rights in the digital realm and beyond? The article aims to explore the landscape of intellectual property rights protection in Uzbekistan, focusing on key legal frameworks such as the civil code and the law on Copyrights and Related Rights. Additionally, we will examine foreign experiences and international agreements relevant to intellectual property rights. By analyzing these regulations, experienc