Licensing Considerations for OpenSim-Based Virtual Worlds

Authors

  • Shenlei E. Winkler Fashion Research Institute

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.4101/jvwr.v2i4.871

Keywords:

virtual worlds, licensing, OpenSim, content creators

Abstract

Content creators and owners of OpenSim-based virtual worlds alike struggle with issues surrounding licensing and usage of content in these immersive spaces. The Fashion Research Institute (FRI) is specifically addressing these issues and more as part of the process of licensing its Shengri La regions to enterprise. This use case is the basis of ongoing legal research by FRI
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Vol. 2 No. 4 (2009): Virtual Economies, Virtual Goods and Service Delivery in Virtual Worlds

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