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Manchester United counterfeits seized; Starbucks win in Pakistan; SUPER HERO genericism battle – news digest

 In our latest round-up, we look at the Megaupload founder being extradited to the US, Rouse acquiring Konsert Strategy & IP, and more. 

16 August 2024

Nike’s campaign against online counterfeiters has borne fruit, US litigation data suggests

The embattled sportwear giant has achieved success in enforcing its US marks.

16 August 2024

“Harder times are coming” – exclusive survey paints bleak picture of trademark industry

In an exclusive new survey, trademark practitioners around the world have voiced concern about their ability to manage heavy workloads and extreme pressure.

15 August 2024

How to manage IP-infringing licensing breaches in China

The most common types of non-compliance when it comes to IP licensing agreements, and how best to pursue action when breaches occur.

15 August 2024

St Kitts and Nevis joins Hague; IP upheaval in El Salvador; Philippines suspends on-site filing – IP office updates

In our latest update, we look at the IP Office of the Slovak Republic apologising, the Indian registry closing on Thursday, and more.

14 August 2024

Collective copyright licences could revolutionise AI training

Members of the newly formed Dataset Providers Alliance are looking to streamline the licensing process, ensuring fair compensation for rights holders and high-quality data for AI companies.

14 August 2024

Protecting national trademarks – an exclusive interview with the Ukrainian IP Office

WTR sits down with the first deputy director of the Ukrainian IP Office to discuss the importance of protecting national symbols.

13 August 2024

NFT marketplace activity falls 90%; Intel sued; generative AI suit moves ahead – news digest

In our latest round-up, we look at a new report revealing a quarter of medicines in Africa are fake, OLAF seizing nearly 1 million counterfeit goods, and more.

13 August 2024

Inside the IOC’s PARIS 2024 portfolio: from the Phryges mascot to priority marks 

As this year’s Summer Olympic Games draws to a close, we analyse the International Olympic Committee’s trademark portfolio for Paris 2024.  

12 August 2024

Philippines introduces new rules that could make administrative IP cases a more appealing route

New rules implementing the IP Office of the Philippines' authorisation of online means of filing, service and payment aim to make administrative proceedings more consistent and efficient.

12 August 2024

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