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Interview exclusive: secretary general of Asian Domain Name Dispute Resolution Centre reveals plans for future growth

The ADNDRC has seen a 33% increase in UDRP cases over the past five years, as new domain name issues emerge, exclusive interview reveals. 

08 July 2024

Attorney impersonation on the rise: how legal professionals can protect themselves from fraud

We reveal the proactive steps that legal professionals can take to protect themselves from online impersonation.

06 July 2024

Don’t let digital barriers block access to IP: why registries must prioritise web accessibility

Digital barriers must be overcome or they risk alienating users from the IP ecosystem, warns this week's Saturday opinion column.

29 June 2024

WIPO tops ranking of world’s most accessible IP office websites, but overall momentum to assist users slows

Exclusive WTR research reveals the national IP offices with the most (and least) accessible websites for users, with WIPO leading the way.

28 June 2024

United States: How a multi-pronged legislative approach is curbing the online trade in fakes

Featured in Anti-counterfeiting and Online Brand Enforcement: Global Guide 2024

The Lanham Act and Trademark Counterfeiting Act work hand in hand to boost anti-counterfeiting enforcement, protecting rights holders and legitimate suppliers against a rising tide of infringement. Counterfeiters may be subject to criminal prosecution by state or federal law enforcement agencies, which provide various penalties for offenders.

24 June 2024

ICANN selects new CEO and announces job cuts as preparation for new gTLD window accelerates: Domain Watch (June 2024)

Our monthly column covers recent developments in internet policy, governance and use.

19 June 2024

Domain names consisting of dictionary words: the ‘motherhood.ai’ case

The decision serves as a reminder that trademark owners should carefully assess their legal strategies and evidentiary support when engaging in UDRP proceedings.

18 June 2024

Seven steps to create company-wide domain standards

Grace McManus, senior client success manager at GoDaddy Corporate Domains, highlights the top considerations for IP teams looking to create enforceable domain standards across their organisations.

14 June 2024

Innovation at the Hong Kong IP Department: update on non-core tools and services

Featured in IP office tools and services

In a new update, representatives from the Hong Kong IP Department reveal the innovative non-core tools and services that the agency offers trademark users – and some of those planned for the future.

13 June 2024

UDRP complaint fails because(.com) there is no evidence of fame

There was no evidence that the complainant's BECAUSE trademark had amassed such fame as to displace the dictionary word usage of the term ‘because’ in the minds of the public.

11 June 2024

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