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Italian Supreme Court refers questions to CJEU on conflicts between GIs and trade marks

The IPKat

The dispute concerned the geographical indication "Salaparuta" for Sicilian wine, which received protection in Italy in 2006, and then was registered as a Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) by the European Commission in 2009. The wine brand had been around since the nineteenth century but changed ownership a few times.

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“Pink Perfection: The Trademarking Of Barbie’s Signature Hue”

IP and Legal Filings

Barbie, a name synonymous with an unattainable standard of femininity and the concept of commercial feminism, was designed to captivate the toy market with all its glittery pink magnificence. A straightforward pink sans-serif typeface was used for the 1959 original trademark registration.

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Puma or Rolex – Which is more famous?

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As different as these brands may be, both are certainly well-known among the general public. 207/2009 (being essentially identical to the currently applicable Art. 207/2009 (being essentially identical to the currently applicable Art. 207/2009 , i.e. an infringement of Rolex’ right to a trade mark with a reputation.

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Protecting Fashion or Stifling Innovation

IIPRD

Introduction The Indian fashion market is pegged at an impressive value of $50 billion, out of which 10% consists of international luxury brands. [1] 1] The fashion industry in India is extremely diverse in the type of fabric, labour, design, way of draping, and handwork that is used. Infringement Of IPR – Design or Artistic Work?

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The challenge of protecting well-known trademarks beyond the principle of specialty

Garrigues Blog

Can a well-known watch brand prevent the protection of another identical or similar trademark for other types of goods such as cosmetics? But does this mean that a famous mark can extend its status and prevent the registration of third parties’ trademarks for any goods or services?

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Federal Judge Holds Swiss Cheese Makers’ Claim to Gruyere Full of Holes

The IP Law Blog

In 2013, Interprofession du Gruyère, sought and received from the USPTO a certification mark for a design with stylized font, for the letters “AOC”, a Swiss cross, and the words “LE GRUYÈRE SWITZERLAND.” This protected designation was superseded by adoption of the Protected Designation of Origin (“PDO”) for GRUYÈRE in 2001.

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Trademark Infringement in the Digital Age

IP and Legal Filings

Introduction In today’s digital economy, trademarks play an important role in developing a brand’s identity, establishing customer trust, and assuring market competition. Corporations must establish online identities, such as logos, slogans, product names, and brands, to build consumer awareness, loyalty, and trust.