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7500+ New Trademark Applications Filed this Week

Over 7500 new trademark applications were filed in India this week, alongside notable increases in hearings and examinations. The post offers a detailed analysis of current statistics and trends from the Indian Trademark Office.

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 taken globally and India’s cautious approach to compulsory licensing.

Patent publications decrease this week but grants increase slightly even as India battles COVID

This report analyses Indian patent and design statistics for April 2021, highlighting a decrease in patent publications but a slight increase in grants. It provides a detailed breakdown by city, publication type, and includes design registration figures.

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 and provides an objective overview of recent trends in Indian patent activity.

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 growing integration of social media and online marketplaces.

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 under the Copyright Act, detailing new dispute resolution mechanisms and legal procedures.

Xinuos Inc. sues IBM and Red Hat, Amazon defends itself amidst rising Anti-trust scrutiny, CCI investigates WhatsApp’s Privacy Policy update and more.

This bulletin examines recent antitrust lawsuits and privacy developments involving global tech companies. Key issues include Xinuos’s action against IBM and Red Hat, CCI’s probe into WhatsApp’s privacy policy, and Facebook’s major data breach.

PUBG Features Godzilla, Nike Sues Rapper Lil Nas X, and more

The post examines recent trademark and intellectual property news, covering legal actions involving Amul, Nike, and Apple, as well as brand collaborations and GI applications. Objective analysis is provided on each case, reflecting current legal developments in the field.

Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021 and amendments to the Trade Marks Act, 1999

The Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021 has resulted in the abolition of the Appellate Board under the Trade Marks Act, 1999 and transferred its powers to the High Courts and Registrar. This post provides an analytical summary of the legislative amendments and their implications for trademark law in India.

Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021 and amendments to the Patents Act, 1970

The Tribunals Reforms Ordinance 2021 has brought significant changes to the Patents Act, 1970, by eliminating the Appellate Board and shifting its functions to the High Court. These amendments aim to centralise patent dispute resolution and enhance judicial efficiency in India.