Protecting Creativity, Respecting Ownership
Last updated: April 25, 2025
At Qhinetic PLT, we take pride in our original intellectual property (IP) and are committed to upholding creative rights. All content produced, published, or managed by Qhinetic—including work from our legacy as Qhinetic Ventures—is protected under Malaysian copyright laws and international agreements, including the Malaysian Copyright Act 1987 and the Berne Convention.
Unauthorised use of our content will result in legal action.
What Constitutes Copyright Infringement?
The following actions are strictly prohibited without prior written consent from Qhinetic:
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- Reposting, redistributing, or re-uploading our content across any platform;
- Public performance, broadcast, duplication, or alteration of our IP;
- Downloading videos, music, or visual media from our official channels (e.g., YouTube, Instagram) for use elsewhere.
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This applies to platforms including—but not limited to—YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Youku, and other digital or streaming services.
Legal Protections
Our intellectual property is safeguarded in Malaysia and over 177 countries via international agreements, including the Berne Convention. Member countries include:
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- United States, European Union, Australia, New Zealand
- China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Indonesia, Vietnam
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Click here for the full list of member countries.
Consequences of Infringement
For Individuals and Accounts:
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- First offence: Immediate takedown request (e.g., under the DMCA).
- Repeat offences: Platform-level penalties such as account suspension, feature restrictions, or full removal (e.g., three YouTube strikes may result in permanent channel termination).
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Under Malaysian Law:
Violators may face criminal charges, including:
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- Possessing or distributing infringing copies:
- Fines between RM 2,000 – RM 40,000 and/or
- 5–10 years imprisonment
- Circumventing digital protection systems:
- Fines up to RM 500,000 and/or
- 10 years imprisonment
- Possessing or distributing infringing copies:
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Learn more about the Malaysian Copyright Act 1987.
Sharing Our Content Responsibly
We encourage legal sharing of our work! Here’s how to do it the right way:
✅ Share links directly to our official channels (e.g., YouTube, website, social media).
✅ Use native sharing features (e.g., Facebook’s “Share” button).
❌ Do not download and re-upload our content—even for personal or non-commercial use.
What is Freebooting?
Freebooting refers to downloading copyrighted content (like a Qhinetic video) and uploading it to another platform without permission. This is considered digital piracy, and we actively monitor, detect, and report such violations.
Contact Us
Please contact us via this form for permissions, licensing inquiries, or reporting potential infringement.
