In the dynamic landscape of the information age, the intricate relationship between Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and the aspirations of information managers to foster an open society presents a compelling conundrum. On one hand, IPR serves as a cornerstone for incentivizing innovation, fostering creativity, and protecting the rights of content creators. On the other hand, information managers aspire to create an open society marked by the free flow of knowledge, collaboration, and unhindered access to information. The clash between the exclusive nature of IPR, encompassing copyrights, patents, trademarks, and trade secrets, and the desire for a more open and collaborative information-sharing environment poses both challenges and opportunities for information professionals. This conundrum extends beyond legal frameworks, intertwining ethical considerations, technological advancements, and the evolving expectations of an informed global society. As stewards of knowledge and guardians to vast repositories of information, information professionals find themselves at the intersection of protecting intellectual creations and advocating for the principles of openness and accessibility. Striking a delicate balance between these seemingly conflicting ideals requires nuanced strategies.