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Trademark Stats, Trademark Branding, Licensing, Domain Name Disputes, Trademark tips and more

A comprehensive look at recent trademark stats, branding, licensing, and domain name disputes, with insights from BananaIP Counsels. The post examines important cases and offers practical trademark tips for legal compliance.

Annual report 2015-2016 released -Samsung tops charts, IBM patents, and more

The Indian Patent Office’s 2015-2016 annual report details a marked increase in patent filings, led by Samsung and featuring major developments from IBM. The post covers patent statistics, notable litigation, and essential patent management tips in a structured, analytical format.

Sound Recording, Literary & Musical Works and Right to Royalty

This post discusses leading Indian cases on royalty rights in sound recordings and underlying literary and musical works. It clarifies the legal framework for royalty payments in FM broadcasts and public performances, focusing on the rights of music companies versus lyricists and composers.

Proprietary Data, Trade Secrets and Information Security in India – An Integrated Approach

This article explores the legal and practical challenges of protecting trade secrets and proprietary data in India. It emphasises the need for an integrated approach, combining legal instruments, security measures, and organisational culture to safeguard business-critical information.

Harley Davidson’s Sound Mark, Kamdhenu mark, Trademark Registration tips and more.

This article explores key trademark law updates, including Harley Davidson’s sound mark issue and Kamdhenu mark litigation. It provides statistical insights, international trends, and practical advice for trademark registration, reflecting recent legal developments in India.

Indian Patent Cases, Patentability Requirements, Patent Litigation, Interesting patents, Patent Licensing, Patent Tips and more

This post provides an analytical overview of Indian patent cases, patentability standards, and litigation trends, supported by detailed statistics and key court decisions. It also examines patent licensing practices and offers practical tips for developing a strong patent portfolio.

Patent on Anti-Gravity illusion

This article analyses Michael Jackson’s anti-gravity illusion patent, which enabled performers to lean forward dramatically on stage using a specialised shoe. The post explores its technical and legal aspects within the entertainment patent landscape.

Copyright cases, Copyright infringement, Entertainment technology, Licensing, Copyright Board, Copyright tips and more

This post examines recent copyright infringement cases, significant legal updates, and licensing practices in the entertainment industry. Key international and Indian developments are discussed, offering structured analysis and practical guidance.

Trademark Stats, Interesting Trademarks, Trademark case, Nuziveedu v. Monsanto, Trademark Licensing and Merchandizing, Domain name dispute, Trade Mark Tips and more

The post reviews recent Indian trademark statistics, major litigation such as Nuziveedu v. Monsanto, and trends in licensing and domain name disputes. It offers structured insights and practical tips for trademark protection.

Ilayaraja v. S.P. Balasubramanyam

This post analyses the copyright licensing challenges faced by Indian singers, using the Ilayaraja v. S.P. Balasubramanyam dispute as a case study. It objectively examines the legal requirements and practical obstacles in securing performance rights for music in India.