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US tech giant will compensate Copilot users for legal damages arising from generative AI claims | Move comes amid growing concerns related to the potential for IP infringement lawsuits arising from generative AI. 8 September 2023
Trademarks
Prominent German manufacturer argued that trademark was a “colour position symbol”, and that the goods covered by the mark were aimed at a specialised public | Court deemed that consumers do not usually deduce the origin of a product from the colour or shape of a package. 8 September 2023
Trademarks
Activist urges court to dismiss USPTO appeal in clash concerning the First Amendment and the Lanham Act | Slogan described as “political commentary” targeting former President Trump that shouldn’t require his consent. 7 September 2023
Patents
The ‘first of its kind’ framework encourages businesses to disclose intangible assets outside the normal accounting standards | Framework aims to help unlock the value of brands, patents and registered designs, among others. 7 September 2023
Trademarks
The Bad Spaniels case pitted the might of America Inc against a core principle of the US Constitution. Now that the country’s highest court has weighed in, what does this mean for brands? 7 September 2023
Trademarks
As we grapple with this brave new world, how should brands ready themselves for playing—or not playing—in this emerging market? Sarah Speight reports. 7 September 2023
Copyright
Government publishes five objectives for the Bletchley Park event | No specific mention of IP or protection for creators. 6 September 2023
Patents
Tech company accused of infringing patents in Google Play Music software | Judge grants motion for new trial in dispute over audio player that automatically plays a predetermined schedule of songs. 6 September 2023
Global Trade Secrets
Thierry Lautier brings “unique” experience to the firm’s Paris branch, as it expands its European patent litigation practice in preparation for an influx of Unified Patent Court cases. 6 September 2023
Patents
After the 90-year-old chain store ceased trading, its IP portfolio fell into the hands of insolvency practitioners. Emma Kennaugh-Gallacher of Mewburn Ellis explains what happens next. 5 September 2023
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