Has the ECJ's expanded list of functions widened the scope of trademark protection?

Has the ECJ's expanded list of functions widened the scope of trademark protection?

While the dust settled on the L’Oreal v Bellure
decision some time ago, clarification is still needed
on recognised functions of a trademark. Without this,
there is a danger that the treatment of marks will run
contrary to the core purpose of trademarks as economic
tools in an effective competitive marketplace

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