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Refusal to register perfume bottle shape overturned on appeal
Refusal to register perfume bottle shape overturned on appeal

A 3D perfume bottle in the shape of a female torso was found to be capable of fulfilling the essential functions of a trademark. 

AI is the solution to its own disruption: exclusive interview with MarqVision CEO
AI is the solution to its own disruption: exclusive interview with MarqVision CEO

The brand protection platform's CEO insists traditional monitoring methods “simply are not sustainable” as AI provides the solution to advanced counterfeiting online.

Pune court allows local restaurant to use BURGER KING mark following 13-year dispute
Pune court allows local restaurant to use BURGER KING mark following 13-year dispute

The judgment serves as a warning that trademark rights are significantly influenced by actual use in India. 

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UKIPO opposition decision: Stihl got it!

The decision highlights the importance of filing evidence of reputation and to rely on all relevant grounds of opposition.

02 September 2024

FIGHTER owner obtains ex parte injunction against FITTER

The decision underscores the significance of safeguarding established trademarks from potential infringement.

02 September 2024

Cases against online infringers have revolutionised US trademark litigation

Schedule A filings surge and more active enforcers have vastly altered the trademark landscape at US federal courts.

30 August 2024

Unlawful use doctrine may (or may not) be a defence to trademark infringement in the Eleventh Circuit

The Federal Circuit found that the district court had misread the Eleventh Circuit’s decision in FN Herstal. 

30 August 2024

Amended “Operational Points on Hearings for Trademark Dispute Cases” now effective 

The amended guidelines provide a more thorough and robust hearing system that allows for timely remedies. 

30 August 2024

Defendant’s argument of “affection” and “devotion” for his sister for adoption of ADIDAS leaves Indian IP world in splits

This case will arguably be remembered for its “hilarious” justification for the adoption of the ADIDAS mark. 

29 August 2024

Extensive collaboration and counterfeiting vigilance define the Caterpillar trademark team’s success

Caterpillar’s deep understanding of global counterfeiting networks and a proactive approach to portfolio management have won its trademark team this year’s North America WTR Industry Award.

28 August 2024

Group Lotus loses trademark appeal against Motus Group

The decision highlights that a lack of conceptual similarity can counterbalance visual and aural similarities between the signs; meanwhile, mere lack of attention in a post-sale environment does not give rise to post-sale confusion.

28 August 2024

Beijing IP Court provides clarification on applying parallel import defence

The Beijing IP Court has determined that a prior relationship between Beijing Sanfo and X-Bionic AG did not establish the relationship necessary to constitute a parallel import defence.

28 August 2024

Disney has $600,000 verdict overturned; Mars acquires Pringles owner; Tesco files new Clubcard logo – news digest

In our latest round-up, we look at Ikea trialling a second-hand marketplace, the Japanese government publishing AI and copyright guidance, and more. 

27 August 2024

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