MetaBirkin creator rails at Hermès’ ‘unclean hands’ and alleges smear campaign
Hermès’ representatives and expert witnesses at trial “acted dishonestly at trial” | Defeated ‘artist’ insists that fashion house has tarred his reputation | Full details on renewed motion.
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7 March 2023 Luxury brand says Rothschild has continued to “brazenly violate” Hermès’s IP by selling MetaBirkin NFTs | Control over smart contract is at heart of ongoing dispute | Designer has rallied support online and in media outlets.
8 February 2023 Jury rules self-proclaimed artist’s creations not protected by free speech | Victory for IP owners applies real-world trademark law to the virtual environment | Reaction to follow.
26 June 2023 Rothschild’s bid to overturn jury findings met with derision from New York judge | Designer is able to keep NFTs and smart contracts due to constitutional considerations.