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The Concept of Family of Trademarks

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These intangible assets are often used in collaboration with other marks by the formation of a trademark portfolio, which consists of marks sharing a few characteristics and belonging to one entity. The issue of the distinctiveness of a family of trademarks was brought forth in the case of Pure & Simple Concepts, Inc.

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Jack in the Box Pops a Spring Over FTX “Moon Man” Mascot

The IP Law Blog

Jack in the Box claims that FTX’s Moon Man constitutes, among other things, trademark dilution. The Federal Trademark Dilution Act of 1996, which was substantially revised by the Trademark Dilution Revision Act of 2006, addresses trademark dilution, including dilution by tarnishment and dilution by blurring.

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A Look Back at India’s Top IP Developments of 2021

SpicyIP

In this judgment, the Delhi High Court delved into the interpretation of section 8 of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996 with respect to disputes involving trademark licensing agreements. The Division Bench reiterated that what makes something a trademark is the power to distinguish a product from others.

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Anil Kapoor Vs Simply Life India & Ors: An Unwavering Assurance In Safeguarding Personality Rights Against Ai

IP and Legal Filings

Consumer rights abuses, deceptive advertising, and unfair commercial practices are examples. The complaint claims that artificial intelligence-created deepfakes of Anil Kapoor and his name-branded websites defraud customers. Rights are crucial in today’s competitive world of celebrities competing for fame and advertising.

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Section 1052(c) of the Lanham Act: A First Amendment-Free Zone?

Patently-O

21] Under this test, Ginger Rogers and the estate of Fred Astaire could not prevent a filmmaker from using the title “Ginger and Fred” in a fictional film because the use was “clearly related to the content of the movie and is not a disguised advertisement for the sale of goods or services or a collateral commercial product.” [22]