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Alibaba Smashes Records with $38 Billion Singles’ Day Sales, Nike Pulls its Products from Amazon, Launch of Disney+ and more

This bulletin analyses major updates in the e-commerce and licensing sectors, including Alibaba’s record Singles’ Day sales, Nike’s departure from Amazon, and the launch of Disney Plus. It also examines new draft consumer protection rules and strategic moves by Ferrari and Netflix.

Netflix Wins Suit Against Pablo Escobar’s Girlfriend, New Hollywood Film to Digitally Recreate Late Actor James Dean, Ariana Grande’s $10 Million Suit Put on Hold and more

This bulletin analyses recent entertainment law developments, including Netflix’s copyright case, James Dean’s digital recreation, and Ariana Grande’s lawsuit. It also covers ISP liability, illegal streaming convictions, and major copyright disputes in the entertainment industry.

Fast tracking #Patents in India: Join us on 23rd November, 2019, to discuss strategies for expediting #PatentGrants

Changes in Indian patent rules now make it feasible to obtain patent grants within a year of filing. BananaIP Counsels is hosting a seminar on 23rd November 2019 to discuss practical strategies for expediting the patent process in India. The session, led by Dr. Kalyan Kankanala, is designed for businesses and individuals seeking quick patent protection.

Privacy Fears Around Google Sharing Data with Hospitals,Microsoft to Honour California’s Data Privacy Law and more

The bulletin discusses Google’s data sharing partnership with Ascension and resulting privacy concerns, Microsoft’s nationwide adoption of California’s data privacy law, and notable legal actions involving trade secrets and celebrity endorsements. The analysis adopts a structured, factual legal approach.

California Joins Facebook Investigation, Amazon Accused of “Tying” by Online Merchant, Facebook Pulled Up Over Fake Ads and more

This update examines major legal actions against Facebook, Amazon, and TikTok, focusing on antitrust, privacy, and intellectual property issues. It provides a concise analysis of ongoing investigations and lawsuits impacting the global technology sector.

Increase of 91% in Applications Disposed Through Show Cause Hearings, Decrease of 2354 in Applications Published This Week

This week’s Indian trademark statistics highlight a sharp rise in show cause hearing disposals and a marked decrease in trademark journal publications. The report provides an analytical overview of key trademark office activities across jurisdictions.

Sex and the City Bakery Comes to Bangalore, Case Closed: HBO Nabs TrueDetective.com, Drake v. Canada ft. Cannabis, Adidas and Prada: Blurring the Lines between Sportswear and Luxury Fashion, and more

This bulletin examines key trademark developments, brand licensing deals, and domain name disputes in India and globally. It provides legal insights into recent cases and industry trends relevant to intellectual property professionals.

Innovation in India and Bangalore figures in the World IP Report, 2019

The World IP Report 2019 acknowledges India’s growing contribution to global innovation, particularly through Bangalore’s collaborative research and patenting. While India’s role is still emerging in sectors such as autonomous vehicles and agricultural biotechnology, the country’s scientific and patent activity has expanded significantly.

Google Acquires Fitbit Amidst Anti-trust Investigation,T-Mobile and Sprint Merger Approved Despite Antitrust Concerns,Facebook Introduces New Corporate Logo and more

This bulletin reviews significant events in IP, privacy, and antitrust law, including Google’s acquisition of Fitbit and its regulatory implications. It also discusses tech mergers, data privacy, and recent investigations in the retail and social media sectors.

Bombay High Court to hear urgent IP matters in chamber, CGPTDM-WIPO’s PCT Seminars in India again and more

This bulletin highlights urgent IP hearing procedures at the Bombay High Court and the return of WIPO-IPO PCT seminars in India. It also covers patent disputes, international IP conferences, and public training initiatives in intellectual property.