E Commerce Law In China

This first book of its kind examines the framework regulating online sales, protection of personal data and intellectual property, use of e-money, e-marketing, and Internet security as they currently exist in China’s “market space”. The book’s very useful information includes such items as the following: detailed comparisons with European e-commerce regulation; business models for operating a website in China; Chinese rules on online purchase contracts, privacy, and data security; downloading and distributing software and other material; protection against copyright infringements and computer fraud; issues of jurisdiction and governing law; advertising and “spam”; use of “cookies” in online marketing; taxation of e-commerce; existing gateways for online payment; effect of the expansion of the so-called social forums; understanding Chinese online consumers and their behavior; importance of Chinese culture and heritage when applying copyright on the Internet; and progress towards a freer and more secure cyberspace in China. An appendix presents English texts of essential Chinese legislation affecting e-commerce. As a full-fledged definition of this new channel of distribution, its boundaries and functioning, with a particular focus on China, this book is an indispensable source of guidance and reference for counsel representing global marketers at any level of business. Its importance for scholars and researchers in the critical field of data security goes without saying. However, this book is also a guide for all the enterprises wishing to do business in the online dimension in China, and for all the consumers shopping online, wishing to know what their rights are when buying products or services on the Internet, and to know how to protect themselves if something goes wrong.

Compares the legislative frameworks in the EU, US, China and International Organisations applicable to e-commerce and highlights the main legal obstacles to the development of electronic contracts and signatures, as well as Internet jurisdiction and online dispute resolutions.

Chinese Internet Law represents a comprehensive, systematic, and up-to-date introduction to the Chinese laws governing the use of the Internet, also known as the information network. This book introduces the framework of China¿s legal system and the different levels of laws applicable to the Internet. It explores Internet law in China by carving out several key areas and exploring a wide range of topics, such as domain name, operation of an Internet service business, electronic contract and signature, intellectual property, e-commerce, and much more. By presenting many case illustrations, this book stresses the practical application of the law that is faced by both individuals and organizations in Chinese cyberspace. Further, with analysis of cases based on theoretical underpinnings, this book is particularly valuable to legal and business academics as well as professionals who have an interest in understanding Internet regulations and related activities in China. Identifies applicable Chinese laws governing the use of the Internet Explores systematic updates with easy-to-understand interpretations of legal doctrines, principles, and statutes Practice-focused cases with illustrations exemplify how Chinese Internet laws are currently enforced Comprehensive and broad-spectrum coverage of a myriad of topics with regard to cyberspace Perfect for legal and business academics, as well as professionals who have an interest in the regulation of the Internet

This book focuses on various problems arising as a result of China’s e-business development. These include e-commerce aspects of the internet industry and e-governance aspects of the presiding agencies. E-privacy and online IPR protection will be of particular interest to readers, as these are important international problems that China has been trying its best to deal with for many years. Each paper in this book presents valuable guidelines and suggestions to allow readers to form a sound understanding of China’s e-business development.

Following a general introduction, the book assembles its information and guidance in seven main areas of practice: the regulatory framework of the electronic communications market; software protection, legal protection of databases or chips, and other intellectual property matters; contracts with regard to software licensing and network services, with special attention to case law in this area; rules with regard to electronic evidence, regulation of electronic signatures, electronic banking, and electronic commerce; specific laws and regulations with respect to the liability of network operators and service providers and related product liability; protection of individual persons in the context of the processing of personal data and confidentiality; and the application of substantive criminal law in the area of ICT.

Social Media and Electronic Commerce Law investigates the challenges facing legal practitioners and commercial parties in this dynamic field.