Region: International

Legal Updates you may have missed: wins and fails for non-traditional trademarks

To kick off our latest series of pieces highlighting recent Legal Updates that you may have missed, we look at what it takes to register sound and position marks - and when applications for such marks did not make the grade.

02 October 2023

Risks and opportunities in AI; Dell stock soars; the likelihood of success in ex parte motions; and much more

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

01 October 2023

While grabbing fewer headlines than a decade ago, 3D printing needs to remain on the brand protection radar

New research reveals continued growth in 3D printing innovation and activity.

30 September 2023

Could generative AI replace IP roles?

HSF’s Giulia Maienza and Heather Newton ask the burning questions about generative AI in the IP space, addressing how it can be used by brand owners and law firms.

28 September 2023

AI powers Dell share price jump, while apparel and footwear brands falter: WTR Brand Elite analysis

The WTR Brand Elite dipped two points in August, mirroring minor falls across major stock markets. However, Dell Technologies bucked the general trend.

25 September 2023

Hague design registration system update: reduced official fees for designating China

The changes are expected to result in a strong growth in the number of Hague design registrations designating China.

25 September 2023

YouTuber brand opportunities; EUIPO piracy report; Chick-fil-A expansion; and much more

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

24 September 2023

Efficiency and harmonisation of the trademark protection process in the Andean region: the new Andean trademark manual

The new manual is notable for its practical nature, providing recommendations and guidelines to harmonise and streamline processes at the IP offices of the four member countries.

22 September 2023

JPO and ASEAN IP offices collaboration plan; USPTO cloud-based search system; WIPO EU fee changes – IP office updates

In this latest update, the Spanish Patent and Trademark Office collaborates on a new designs report, the Georgian IP office plans to launch a GI social media campaign, and more.

20 September 2023

ICANN seeks feedback on RPM changes; D3 Global gears up for next gTLD window; Radix reveals premium domain revenue: Domain Watch (September 2023)

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

19 September 2023

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