IP Tech Blog

AUGUST 11, 2023

The recent draft amendment of the Chinese trademark law seems to finally zero in on trademark squatters, as described in my previous blog here ). The new regulations, if approved as drafted, will make it more difficult for squatters to steal others’ trademark by abusing the first-to-file system in force in China.

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LexBlog IP

AUGUST 11, 2023

The recent draft amendment of the Chinese trademark law seems to finally zero in on trademark squatters, as described in my previous blog here ). The new regulations, if approved as drafted, will make it more difficult for squatters to steal others’ trademark by abusing the first-to-file system in force in China.

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LexBlog IP

APRIL 19, 2023

Exclusive rights over a trademark in Colombia arise from registration. Also, when holding a trademark registration in Colombia, the obligation arises for its owner to use the trademark in commerce, beginning three (3) years from the date when registration was granted.

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IPilogue

JULY 7, 2021

Tiffany Wang is an IPilogue Writer, IP Innovation Clinic Fellow, and a 2L JD Candidate at Osgoode Hall Law School. . Intellectual Property Law on December 27, 2020. The Act significantly changes American copyright and trademark laws. Changes to Trademark Law. Photo Credits: Mike Stoll (Unsplash).

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JD Supra Law

DECEMBER 5, 2022

The European Union Intellectual Property Office’s (EUIPO) Board of Appeal has reversed a EUIPO decision from May 2021 canceling a trademark registration for an image of a monkey by the anonymous UK artist known as Banksy. By: AEON Law

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 26, 2022

Yesterday, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) sanctioned Trademark Terminal’s owners. Per the order , the USPTO plans to terminate all the trademark applications they filed. In email, the USPTO stated that from abroad, Trademark Terminal “ fraud[ulently] filed. Abtach Ltd.

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LexBlog IP

JULY 26, 2022

A trademark registration for the mark PROHEAR for audio headphones and related goods has been cancelled based on a likelihood of confusion with the mark PROTEAR for similar goods. The trademark cancellation proceeding was filed and decided before the U.S. Trademark Trial and Appeal Board. Hangzhou Johnson Tech Co.,

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The IPKat

DECEMBER 12, 2021

Another week, another review of the latest news from the surrounding IP blogs! TRADE MARKS The China National Intellectual Administration (CNIPA) recently published the new guidelines for trade mark examination procedures. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) for use on cosmetics. Mike Mireles reports for IP Finance.

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The IP Law Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2022

An interesting trademark dispute has arisen between Dallas Mavericks phenom Luka Doncic and his mother over the trademark LUKA DONCIC 7, which is currently owned by Doncic’s mother. Accordingly, DONCIC was left with no choice other than to seek cancellation of his mother’s trademark to clear the path for the other applications.

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LexBlog IP

OCTOBER 20, 2022

An interesting trademark dispute has arisen between Dallas Mavericks phenom Luka Doncic and his mother over the trademark LUKA DONCIC 7, which is currently owned by Doncic’s mother. Accordingly, DONCIC was left with no choice other than to seek cancellation of his mother’s trademark to clear the path for the other applications.

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Kashishipr

AUGUST 25, 2021

A critical issue to be addressed is whether these limited-edition products can get protection under Intellectual Property (IP) law, just as regular products do, and if yes, then which is the most appropriate form of IP Protection ? Protection for Limited Edition Products under Trademark Law.

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LexBlog IP

MAY 24, 2023

But although this phrase is used by many, two restaurant companies actually own TACO TUESDAY trademark registrations that they can assert as conclusive evidence of their exclusive rights to use the slogan and enforce those rights against anyone who tries to use the mark. Taco Bell is seeking to change that. The Lanham Act, which governs U.S.

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IP Watchdog

JUNE 11, 2024

On June 7, professional trumpet player Charles Bertini filed a lawsuit in the Northern District of California seeking the cancellation of trademark rights owned by consumer tech giant Apple covering the use of the company’s name in connection with entertainment services.

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 30, 2023

As 2023 comes to an end, in line with our annual tradition, we take stock of the top IP developments that occurred this year. We’ve tried to represent a diversity of subject matter also in this list, so it’s a mixed bag of cases dealing with patents, trademarks, copyright law etc. A special thanks to Mr. G. Nataraj, Ms.

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LexBlog IP

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Since November 30, 2021 , we’ve anxiously been waiting for the Federal Circuit to decide the Chutter appeal and determine whether the TTAB was correct in lowering the standard for proving trademark fraud from the far more difficult specific intent to deceive the U.S.

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The IPKat

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Yesterday, it was all about key developments in the copyright field in the Africa IP Highlights 2023 – the result of collaboration between myself and several IP practitioners and researchers across Africa: Clarisse Mideva ; Rita Chindah ; and Jessie Mgonga. Today, it’s about the trade marks. Katpost on the decision here.

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SpicyIP

JANUARY 2, 2022

Continuing our annual tradition of recounting the significant developments that impacted the Indian IP landscape in the year that has been, we bring you a round-up of 2021’s developments. This year, we have divided these developments into three categories: a) Top 10 IP Judgments/Orders (Topicality/Impact).

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IP and Legal Filings

JANUARY 27, 2023

Despite the fact that the duration of protection varies, a trademark can be renewed in perpetuity by paying additional fees after the first term has expired. In a larger sense, trademarks stimulate initiative and entrepreneurship by providing their owners with renown and financial reward.

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IP Intelligence

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

According to numbers published by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the Forum, the number of complaints brought under the Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy (UDRP) saw an annual increase of approximately 8 percent through year-end 2023. Third, they are highly effective.

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IP Watchdog

JANUARY 23, 2024

Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to decide his trademark cancellation case against Apple, Inc. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) today denied Charles Bertini’s petition for a writ of mandamus asking the court to order the U.S.

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LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

According to statistics, the average annual growth rate of intellectual property cases in Beijing exceeded 30% from 2016 to 2020, and Beijing judges each now close more than 300 cases per year, ranking first in China. The Beijing IP Court plans to expand the pilot at a later stage.

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IPilogue

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

On November 7, 2018, Pest Control, Banksy’s authentication body, filed an EU trademark claim on behalf of the artist for Laugh Now. Trademark law allows Banksy to remain anonymous and maintain his mysterious artistic persona. On May 18, 2021, the EUIPO Cancellation Division ruled in favour of Full Colour Black.

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IP Watchdog

MARCH 21, 2024

The Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) on Wednesday, March 20, denied APPLE JAZZ mark owner Charles Bertini’s petition to cancel Apple, Inc.’s s mark APPLE for entertainment services.

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IP and Legal Filings

OCTOBER 27, 2022

A Geographical Indication (GI) is an intellectual property right protecting the name and identity of certain products which unique characteristics have developed due to a mix of local factors/influences either natural, due to a specific environment, and/or human, through the use of the wisdom/know-how of local producers. Introduction.

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IPilogue

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Pina D’Agostino’s IP Intensive Program. Trademarking taquería is akin to trademarking “pizzeria” or “café.” ” However, Sonora Taquería is not the first business TW’s trademark is enforced against. Trademarks indicate the source of a product or service.

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 17, 2023

He is interested in IP law, and commercial and criminal litigation. To read these, along with a round up of IP developments around the country, and world, read on below. To read these, along with a round up of IP developments around the country, and world, read on below. M/S Loreal S.A

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Intepat

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Introduction In the ever-shifting landscape of the digital era, the surge in domain name registrations has given rise to a critical challenge— domain name disputes, particularly those entangled with cyber squatting and trademark infringements. Nationally or regionally registered trademarks automatically confer standing for filing a UDRP case.

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IP Watchdog

JUNE 13, 2023

So, when the popular restaurant chain filed a cancellation action against the TACO TUESDAY trademark, I knew I had to write a piece about it. On May 16, 2023, Taco Bell filed a Petition for Cancellation of the trademark for TACO TUESDAY, which was registered by Spicy Seasonings, LLC in 1989 for “restaurant services.

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Intepat

JUNE 11, 2024

Our earlier post on the Madrid system and the provisional rules provides a detailed analysis on the Madrid System, which is managed by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). This Madrid system has significantly impacted global trademark registration, with over a million registrations worldwide.

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Plagiarism Today

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

After the show’s cancellation, A&E alleges that Reelz approached the show’s producers, Big Fish, about reviving the series under the name On Patrol: Live. However, A&E contends that the new series is an infringement of Live PD and, as such, are suing for both copyright and trademark violations.

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The IP Law Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

In this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog , Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss developments in the trademark dispute between NBA star Luka Doncic and his mother. Listen to the podcast episode here. Watch this episode here:

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SpicyIP

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Highlights of the Week Jab “We” Met: When Intellectual Property (IP) Met Public Interest (PI), a Poem Image from here When IP met PI (Public Interest)! The court held that the defendant’s mark is deceptively similar to the plaintiff’s “Tumorin” trademark. Anything we are missing out on? Castrol Limited & Anr.

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IP Tech Blog

MARCH 21, 2022

On January 14, 2022, the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) issued the Measures for Fast-Track Examination of Trademark Registration Applications (for Trial Implementation), which took effect on the same day. Trademark Applications Subject to the Measures. Use e-filing.

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The IP Law Blog

OCTOBER 28, 2022

In this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog , Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss a trademark dispute between NBA Star Luka Doncic and his mother. Listen to this episode here. Read more about this case here. Watch this episode here:

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SpicyIP

MARCH 13, 2023

Here are the quick summaries of 5 posts, 4 case summaries and other IP developments that took place last week. Important IP cases that we’re missing out on? Call for Papers: NUALS Intellectual Property Law Review (Vol. Especially from other High Courts? Please let us know so we can include them! Ranjan Gupta & Ors.

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 5, 2022

Copyright Conundrums, Sovereign States, and IP Piracy (2020). ” But there is a lot swirling round as one considers the implications of applying Cedar Point to intellectual, rather than real, property. .” ” Flynn, Queen Anne’s Revenge, Indeed!:

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LexBlog IP

OCTOBER 28, 2022

In this episode of The Briefing by the IP Law Blog , Scott Hervey and Josh Escovedo discuss a trademark dispute between NBA Star Luka Doncic and his mother. Listen to this episode here. Read more about this case here. Watch this episode here:

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