Industry: Platforms & online marketplaces

The WTR Brand Elite indices fell three points across June and July, mirroring a mixed period on the stock markets. 

29 August 2024

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

The AI boom has seen NVIDIA’s brand value increase 163%, making it the fastest-growing tech brand of the past year, while Apple reclaims its title at the top of the pile.

22 August 2024

In our latest round-up, we look at a TikTok authentication partner expanding into sneakers, counterfeit Apple and Samsung products being seized in Canada, and more

20 August 2024

While trademarks form the foundation of brand protection, a changing market calls for a multifaceted approach to safeguarding IP rights. Technological advancements and sophisticated counterfeiters necessitate a more proactive strategy that incorporates trademarks, digital timestamps, patents and copyrights.

15 August 2024

In this week’s opinion column, Megan Bannigan, Christopher Ford, Kate Saba and Hannah Beattie at Debevoise & Plimpton argue that the current provisions of the US SHOP SAFE Act, while well-intentioned, go too far in shifting liability onto e-commerce sites for online counterfeiting.

20 April 2024

Around 80% of EU influencers do not routinely disclose that content is paid for, creating risks for brands that partner with them.

16 February 2024

While several elements of this case meant that it initially appeared winnable for the complainant, the panel concluded that bad-faith registration on the respondent’s part had not been proven.

09 February 2024

It is unlikely that intermediary service providers who are actively involved in testing, reviewing and controlling the products offered on their platforms will be able to rely on the Article 14 defence.

02 February 2024

AliExpress has been dropped from the USTR Notorious Markets List this year, but social media platforms remain glaringly absent.

31 January 2024