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Is IndiaMART doing enough to prevent counterfeits on its platform?

The biggest online B2B platform in India claims that brand owners are unaware of its IP mechanisms.

26 July 2023

From Twitter to X: Elon Musk faces major trademark challenges following sudden rebrand

Twitter has officially rebranded as X, with Elon Musk making the unprecedented decision to abandon a multi-billion-dollar brand –  so where does the company go from here?

25 July 2023

Google updates trademark complaints policy; OEPM publishes annual report; first post-Brexit GI awarded – news digest

In our latest round-up, we look at the USPTO accepting signature software for trademark submissions, WIPO delving into the history of Barbie, and much more.

25 July 2023

Huge enforcement action carried out against wholesaler of counterfeit luxury goods targeting celebrities

This action is remarkable in that the infringer provided counterfeit goods to well-known individuals in the Peruvian showbusiness, using private WhatsApp groups.

25 July 2023

Not dropping the catch: respondent wins in UDRP complaint

The decision illustrates that the use of ‘drop-catch’ services does not violate the UDRP per se.

24 July 2023

Innovation at the EUIPO: spotlight on digital tools and services

Featured in IP office tools and services

In a major update, the EUIPO shares the latest developments in its cutting-edge digital tools and services, and reveals some of those planned for the future.

20 July 2023

WIPO resumes ‘.ua’-DRP proceedings

‘.ua’-DRP proceedings have now resumed, with certain adjustments in view of the martial law in force in Ukraine.

20 July 2023

WTR Brand Elite analysis: June 2023

Featured in Stock market performance

The WTR Brand Elite rose seven points through June, hitting its highest value since 1 February 2022.

18 July 2023

Legal Updates you may have missed: when the EUIPO Board of Appeal makes mistakes

We complete our series highlighting recent Legal Updates that you may have missed by looking at cases where the EU General Court criticised the findings of the Board of Appeal of the EUIPO.

14 July 2023

Musinsa launches IP organisation; South Sudan introduces trademark reservation; Iancu switches firms – news digest

In our latest round-up, we look at trademark changes in Qatar, Rx-360 expanding its trademark portfolio, and much more.

11 July 2023

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