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How much impact does tourism have when assessing grounds for a trademark refusal? For some EU countries, a lot, explains João Pereira Cabral of Inventa.
UK speed record breaker Donald Campbell’s nephew showed in a successful opposition how the lack of paper trail can count against you, explains Charlotte Duly of Charles Russell Speechlys.
What can UK rightsholders and potential defendants do to protect themselves from criticism later if a dispute ends up in court? Martin Noble of Freeths offers some tips.
Disputes with AI start-ups used to revolve around copyright infringement but the tech's hallucinations have thrown trademarks into the mix, says William Stroever of Cole Schotz.
The ‘Björn Borg’ trademark is registered in over 30 countries and regions—but Borg has no rights. Petter Rindforth of Fenix Legal examines the pain behind a sportsman's IP 'mistake'.
Developments in branding and new regulations are placing a multitude of demands on in-house lawyers, says Frédéric Blanc of Dennemeyer & Associates.
Companies with trademarks for limited-edition products must take special care in ensuring that they can maintain and demonstrate adequate use, says Joana Fialho Pinto of Inventa
For the first time in its 127-year history, the AIPPI World Congress will be hosted in China. WIPR talks to the association’s Chinese Group leadership to find out more.
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1 November 2024 UK court rules that use of term ‘shorts’ does not infringe on UK entertainment company’s trademarks | Decision cites dearth of consumer confusion and the term’s descriptive nature in the industry.
31 October 2024 A US appeals court is revisiting the case between Hermès and Rothschild over NFTs—and brands and artists alike should be closely watching the outcome, finds Marisa Woutersen
30 October 2024 EUIPO rejects application for mark on phone chargers and tech accessories | Hugo Boss said the Guangdong-based company’s mark would free-ride on its reputation.
24 October 2024 Counsel from some of the world’s largest online retailers are working with sellers, police and international authorities to remove millions of fakes listings, reports Sarah Speight.
24 October 2024 Judges in Luxembourg uphold ruling restricting mark to headgear | Sports brand had hoped to extend protection to clothing, footwear and accessories.
23 October 2024 How can the extraterritorial effects of trademarks be tackled? In-house counsel and private practice lawyers examined recent case law to explore this question at the AIPPI World Congress this week.
22 October 2024 As the congress draws to a close in Hangzhou, Sarah Speight finds delegates impressed by the location, academic standards, and discussions on AI at the five-day event.
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