Sony’s use of Emoji: A possible legal dispute
Sony faces a potential trademark and copyright dispute with emoji creator Marco Husges over its animated film The Emoji. The case raises significant questions about the trademarkability of…
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Disney and Dalian Engage in Comic Wars
The blog discusses Disney’s legal dispute with Wanda Group over the unauthorized use of comic characters in a Chinese theme park. It highlights key aspects of copyright and…
‘Coca Cola’ Tastes the Feeling of ‘Zero’
Coca-Cola has secured US trademark registration for "zero" after a prolonged legal battle, but without exclusive rights over the term. The decision highlights the complexities of trademark law…
National IPR Policy: Trademark Related Objectives
The National IPR Policy 2016 sets clear objectives for trademark administration and enforcement in India. It aims to improve efficiency, promote brand equity, and strengthen protection mechanisms for…
NIPR Policy – Action points on Geographical Indications, Trademarks and Designs
This post examines the National IPR Policy of India, focusing on its directives regarding Geographical Indications, Trademarks, and Designs. It highlights the policy’s initiatives to promote IP awareness,…
EU Trademark law threatens Indian Generic Export Market
The EU’s revised trademark law empowers customs to seize in-transit goods, raising serious concerns for Indian generic pharmaceutical exports. This development challenges established principles of territorial trademark enforcement…
China Court Likes Facebook and Dislikes Apple.
The post examines recent Chinese court rulings on trademark disputes involving Facebook and Apple. It provides an objective analysis of the legal reasoning, outcomes, and implications for multinational…
‘How to’ of IP Commercialization – I
This post explores how businesses can commercialize intellectual property in India, focusing on trademarks and patents. It analyses practical strategies like licensing, sale, and brand development for effective…
IP for Start-ups : A Presentation by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at CII Hyderabad
The following presentation was delivered by Dr. Kalyan C. Kankanala at the one day Seminar on ‘IPR Management for Startups in Electronics and ICT Sectors’ on 6th May…
Louis Vuitton – Food versus Fashion…
Louis Vuitton succeeded in a trademark infringement case against a South Korean restaurant with a similar name and logo. The court's decision under Korean law underscores the significance…