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Six counterfeit hotspots that you must be aware of in Canada

A local IP expert reveals the locations in the Great White North that rights holders should have on their enforcement radar.

Six counterfeit hotspots that you must be aware of in Canada
22 Aug 2019

Stellar speaking faculty revealed for Brand Protection Online Europe

WTR is pleased to unveil the speaking faculty Brand Protection Online Europe, taking place in London on 14 October 2019. Amongst the latest names revealed are experts from Daniel Wellington, Dyson, PayPal, Superdry and Tommy Hilfiger.

21 Aug 2019

Cadbury and Glaxo purples suggest that colour marks can still be a grey area

Rights holders are increasingly turning to non-conventional colour marks to protect the colours associated with their brands against use by competitors. Although colour marks remain difficult to obtain, brand owners can take certain steps to enhance their chances of success.

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19 Aug 2019

Five counterfeit hotspots you must be aware of in Colombia

Our series highlighting markets that reportedly engage in the trade of counterfeit goods continues with Colombia. We look at why the Latin American nation is a challenge for rights holders tackling fake goods and identify key locations to police.  Read more

13 Aug 2019

Starbucks mermaid most recognised brand mascot, India counterfeit loss, and Ugg litigation wave: news digest

In our latest edition, we look at the International Chamber of Commerce publishing a guidance on IP valuation, Authentic Brands Group getting a boost, the French IP office closing for a couple of days, and much more. Read more

13 Aug 2019

Blow for Red Bull as CJEU confirms invalidity of blue and silver colour marks

In Red Bull Gmbh v EUIPO, the Court of Justice of the European Union has dismissed an appeal against a General Court decision upholding a finding of invalidity in respect of Red Bull’s blue and silver colour marks. Read more

12 Aug 2019

Seven counterfeit hotspots you should know in Taiwan

We highlight the areas that reportedly engage in the trade of counterfeit goods in Taiwan. An expert in the region provides insights on the different types of retail environment that most often house fake goods in the East Asian state. Read more

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11 Aug 2019

USPTO warning over ‘bad actors’; Apple entering the fintech fray; Ferrari spat with German designer; Amazon extends Project Zero; plus much more.

Everything we covered on WTR over the last seven days – and all you need to know from the world of trademarks to set yourself up for the start of another busy week. Read more

9 Aug 2019

INTA heads to New Delhi, Gatorade victory, and ‘fake IP lawyer’ pleads guilty: news digest

In our latest edition, we look at Porsche revealing its brand protection secrets, Mastercard launching a blockchain program to track fake fashion, WIPO offering a mediation incentive, CNIPA opening a new office, and much more. Read more

6 Aug 2019

USPTO seeks commissioner for trademarks, Bud Light launches fashion line, and Suzuki victory: news digest

In our latest round-up, we look at an anti-counterfeiting ‘tongue’ tool to identify fake whisky, the IP Office of the Philippines calls for speedier IP case resolutions, a US pastor arrested for counterfeits in church, and much more. Read more

30 Jul 2019

EL CHAPO trademark, Apple loses Rospatent appeal, and Gleissner company defeated: news digest

In our latest round-up, we look at Penn State seeking millions in a trademark spat, the IP Office of New Zealand launching a new search tool, the USPTO holding a seminar in Uzbekistan, and much more. Read more

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8 Aug 2019

Pampered Chef succeeds in trademark infringement battle

Pampered Chef, a world leader in the sale of premium kitchenware products, has succeeded at trial in defending trademark infringement, passing off and dilution and depreciation of goodwill claims brought by Canada's largest retailer, Loblaws. Read more

6 Aug 2019

Supreme Court confirms refusal of CLOS DE PIRQUE for wine

The Chilean Supreme Court has upheld a decision of the IP Court refusing an application for CLOS DE PIRQUE in Class 33 on the ground that the mark consisted of an EU ‘traditional term’ and a Chilean appellation of origin.   Read more

31 Jul 2019

General Court confirms likelihood of confusion between H’UGO’S and HUGO’S BURGER BAR

The EU General Court has confirmed that there was a likelihood of confusion between the figurative mark HUGO’S BURGER BAR in Classes 29 and 30 and the earlier word mark H’UGO’S in Classes 29, 30 and 43. Read more

31 Jul 2019

Plucked wings: breaking down the CJEU’s invalidation of two Red Bull colour trademarks 

A protracted case came to a close this week when Red Bull’s appeal to the Court of Justice of the European Union was dismissed. One of the intervenor’s representatives told WTR that the decision should not have any direct impact on existing colour marks. Read more

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22 Jun 2019

Beyond Meat takes market by storm; plant-based applications see a boom in the US

The LA-based start-up has had an impressive post-IPO performance, with traditional manufacturers now starting to react. This activity could make meat alternatives the next brand battleground.   Read more

15 Jun 2019

Apple tops designation ranking as companies eye Vietnam expansion

The Southeast Asian country already had a thriving economy, but it is now directly benefiting from the trade war between the US and China as companies like Apple consider relocating production lines.   Read more

5 Apr 2019

How South Africa’s predicted economic upswing will create opportunities for brands and their advisors

The country is seeing increased interest from international entities - particularly from the US; this will likely grow in scale as not only the South African economy develops, but as other emerging markets on the African continent grow.  Read more

29 Mar 2019

Data analysis reveals that top 50 US applicants have significantly decreased filings over past decade

While the volume of applications filed at the USPTO has steadily increased in recent years, the top 50 US applicants are filing fewer trademark applications each year, with a significant decrease visible over a 10-year period. So what is going on? Read more

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1 May 2018

Recent and developing trends in false advertising disputes

A group of senior trademark and brand professionals convened in New York in January to discuss recent and developing trends in false advertising law. This special report details some of the key points and presents essential takeaways.

1 Nov 2017

India: Food and beverage products in the branding crosshairs

As the Indian food and beverage market becomes increasingly alluring to brand owners, the courts are witnessing an eruption in trade dress protection and advertising disputes. Read more

1 Nov 2017

Mexico: Make your product pop – but make sure it is well protected

Products need innovative strategies to stand out on shop shelves, especially in the food and beverage sector. While such marketing can increase sales, it also risks compromising trademark protection Read more

1 Nov 2017

Russia: Shifting tides of protection in the food and beverage sector

Although trade dress is an essential tool for brand owners trying to boost consumer recognition in the food and beverage sector, enforcing trademark protection can be a thorny issue Read more

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