Latest Updates on Privacy – September, 2021 – Part I
This update summarises major privacy law developments in India from September 2021, including proposed VPN restrictions, WhatsApp’s GDPR fine, Apple’s privacy measures, and the IT Rules 2021. The…
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Slump in Trademark Registrations; 98% Decrease in Registrations Granted
The Indian Trademark Office has recorded a substantial slump in trademark registrations, with a 98 percent decrease in grants this week. Despite a rise in hearings and notices,…
Trademark Registry Slows Down Pace; 71% Decrease in Hearing Notices Issued
The Indian Trademark Registry has slowed its pace this week, with a 71 percent decrease in hearing notices issued and fewer applications examined. These official statistics reflect a…
Obligations of Marketplace E-commerce entities and Inventory E-commerce entities.
This post examines the legal obligations and liabilities for marketplace and inventory e-commerce entities under Indian law. It highlights the key compliance requirements and distinguishes between the two…
5900 New Trademark Applications Filed this Week
The Indian Trademark Registry experienced notable changes this week, including a decrease in applications examined and hearing notices issued, but a significant rise in published applications. The report…
Is today a Happy World IP Day?
This post analyses World IP Day amid the COVID-19 pandemic, questioning whether intellectual property systems have supported or hindered access to vital medicines. It highlights the limited measures…
Lull in activity at Patent office, patent publications and grants decrease
Patent publications and grants in India have shown a significant decrease this week, as detailed in the latest statistics from the Patent Office. The analysis highlights city-wise changes…
Netflix and Sony Strike Groundbreaking Licensing deal, Benetton India and Timex ink Licensing deal, WhatsApp announces eCommerce Friendly Business Features and more.
This bulletin discusses major licensing deals such as Netflix and Sony’s exclusive agreement and Benetton India’s partnership with Timex. It also reviews WhatsApp’s eCommerce business features and the…
Vitiation of IPAB and Beyond – What changes under the Copyright Act now?
The abolition of the IPAB through the Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021 has shifted copyright adjudication powers to High Courts and Commercial Courts. This post examines the key changes…
58% Decrease in Trademark Registrations Granted this Week
This week’s analysis reveals a 58 percent decrease in trademark registrations granted in India. The report provides official statistics and an objective overview of key trends affecting trademark…