World Trademark Review

Counterfeit olive oil bust; ICANN CIO steps down; EA Sports NIL dispute – news digest

In our latest round-up, we look at OpenAI applying for trademarks in China, Getty Images’ AI copyright dispute proceeding to trial, and much more.

Brand protection at the Peruvian border: insights and strategies from the front line

In the next part of our regular series, we head to Peru to understand the challenges of – and best solutions for – brand protection at the country's borders and ports of entry.

Legal Updates

European Union Latest

General Court considers proceedings for revocation of licence recordal before EUIPO
South Africa Latest

Shoprite Checkers v Pick 'n Pay: a whole herd of horses from the same stable?
European Union

Does the common element ‘crunch’ lead to a likelihood of confusion?
South Korea

IP High Court: SWEET SAPPHIRE is a trademark, not a generic grape variety

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The future of online brand protection: complete our 2023 survey today

Your voice matters – complete our survey to help chart the future of digital security and brand protection online.

ICANN launches WHOIS data requests ticketing system; new warning over misuse of ‘.ai’ domains; Web3 spat: Domain Watch (December 2023)

Our monthly column covering recent developments in internet policy, governance and use.

Establishing distinctiveness: lessons from Cloralex’s colour registration in Mexico

Grupo AlEn’s IP manager and coordinator reveal how the Cloralex brand became one of the first in Mexico to be granted a non-traditional trademark by establishing secondary meaning.

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Analysis

Why admin fees could help to incentivise IP mediation

European legislators need to adopt a hybrid approach to make mediation the first choice in IP dispute resolution, argues the director of Portuguese IP arbitration centre ARBITRARE.

Settlements far more likely at New York Southern District court

Data shows a popular, challenger-friendly court with an unexpected top asserting party.

Brand protection at the Ecuador border: insights and strategies from the front line

In the next part of our regular series, we head to Ecuador to understand the challenges of – and best solutions for – brand protection at the nation's borders and ports of entry.

Long Read

What brands need from their partners in the courtroom

In-house experts offer their perspectives on what makes for a perfect partnership with litigation firms.

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Featured from Insight Guides

Specialist Chapter: How Brands Manage Trademark Litigation in the Downtimes – and How Private Practice can Provide What They Need

Featured in The Trademark Litigation Review 2024

Tightening budgets and multiple new channels to consider, all while carefully managing reputation – it’s never easy for …

Mexico: Refreshed regime takes aim at administrative infringements and criminal counterfeiting

Featured in Anti-counterfeiting and Online Brand Enforcement: Global Guide 2023

Significant changes to domestic IP regulations following the United States-Mexico-Canada agreement and a more proactive approach to the …

Specialist Chapter: Letters of Consent in Chinese Prosecution Procedures

Featured in The Trademark Prosecution Review 2024

Letters of consent are not only a legal issue, but are crucial for consumer protection. As China shifts …

Market Insight

Updates from an international team of correspondents who report on recent developments in trademark law and practice in their home jurisdictions, as well as strategic issues and those relating to brand protection, portfolio management and value creation.

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