In our latest round-up, we look at Pinduoduo removing counterfeit sellers from its subsidy programme, Kiklis Law Firm launching in Alexandria, and more.
A key takeaway is that techniques such as visualisation and reframing are useful tools that can help parties look beyond their initial positions.
The judgment serves as a warning that trademark rights are significantly influenced by actual use in India.
The decision underscores the importance of clear and precise identification of goods in trademark applications, and serves as a reminder to applicants to thoroughly address all grounds for refusal during the prosecution process.
29 July 2024
In our latest news round-up, we look at 14 sports brands, including New York Knicks, being sued by music publishers, the European Anti-fraud Office dismantling a large-scale counterfeit spirits smuggling scheme, and more.
23 July 2024
In our latest round-up, we look at NatWest launching on Apple’s Vision Pro, the United Kingdom appointing a new minister responsible for intellectual property, and more.
19 July 2024
The TTAB has denied Monster Energy Company’s petition for cancellation of a golden PREDATOR mark and instead granted a summary judgment in connection with the claim the owner did not have a bona fide intent to use.
18 July 2024
The TTAB decision to affirm the likelihood of confusion refusal of HOLLYWOOD COFFEE CO for retail services highlights the importance of following the rules for entering third-party registrations into the record and shows that “something more” is not required to show relatedness between two types of service.
15 July 2024
The IP Office of New Zealand has upheld the decision to reject the Indian Government's application to register BASMATI as a certification mark.
12 July 2024
A recent decision of the UKIPO registrar emphasises the importance of filing notice of defence and counterstatement forms within the specified deadline.
05 July 2024
The EUIPO Fifth Board of Appeal has annulled the EU trademark PRISECCO based on the prior protected destination of origin ‘Prosecco’.
05 July 2024
The marks SAVOY and TORONTO, which are registered in Nestlé’s name in several other countries, were found to be widely recognised in Ecuador.
03 July 2024
Apple was the standout stock market performer through May, with technology brands posting strong results.
02 July 2024
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