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Trademarks
China hopes new IP courts, patent law boost its global standing
31 March 2021China and the Trump administration were frequently at odds. Lawyers say that recent improvements to the country’s IP regime could go far in China's relationship with Joe Biden.
Nike in a battle with Satan Shoes
12 April 2021Consumer safety and trademark infringement issues are at play in this case.
Hong Kong’s IP awareness is still high according to survey
12 April 2021In spite of the massive destruction caused by the rampage of “Godzilla vs. Kong,” the city’s intangibles such as trademark and copyright remain well protected - remember the neon JD sign in the film?
Japan rejects bid from China to use “AINU” trademark for products
07 April 2021A Chinese IP expert thinks the rejection is reasonable as any other country would do the same to protect its indigenous people and knowledge.
IPOPHL extends Juana Make a Mark Program to empower 1,000 more women-led MSMEs
07 April 2021The initiative is also part of the recent celebration of National Women's Month
"Fish Selling Bro" files trademark application in China - until someone beats him to it
07 April 2021While the case might appear to be over for the "Fish Selling Bro", one lawyer thinks that this is the beginning of a long fight.
Shanghai high court upholds trademark infringement ruling for Fendi
22 March 2021A local expert comments on the case and provides tips to global brands on how to better protect their marks in China.
The checkered journey of software secrecy to patents
28 February 2021Publishers of software and computer programs have long struggled with how to provide their creations with intellectual property protection. D.P.S. Parmar details the checkered journey of software secrecy to patents.
Domain names and meta tags in trademark infringement
22 March 2021A travel agency in India used ‘Volvo’ in its domain name, meta tags and email ID.
Barcodes as trademarks
18 March 2021A unique trademark infringement suit in India involving barcodes
Pakistan accedes to Madrid Protocol
12 March 2021This development certainly opens doors for local and foreign trademark owners in Pakistan.
Study shows revenue opportunities are missed when the C-suite does not pay attention
09 March 2021The proliferation of trademarks and the corresponding increase in infringement present significant challenges and consequences for businesses.
Thailand clarifies approach to examination: Draft Examination Manual released for public comment
09 March 2021You have till tomorrow to provide feedback!
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, Archewell and the trademark issue with a Filipino businessman
09 March 2021The Duke and Duchess of Sussex intend to oppose a Philippine trademark application filed by a Filipino applicant named Victor Martin J. Soriano for the mark "ARCHEWELL HARVATERA".
Singapore: “Champengwine” application denied due to the grounds of bad faith
28 February 2021Comité Interprofessionnel du Vin de Champagne and Institut National de l’Origine et de la Qualité v. Keep Waddling International Pte. Ltd. [2020] SGIPOS 10. Issued September 9, 2020.