The post examines how Indian trademark law protects movie titles, focusing on the registration process and the concept of secondary meaning. It outlines the legal distinctions between series…
Intellepedia · 12 Apr 2017
The Trademark Rules, 2017 introduce higher fees, simplified procedures, and incentives for online filing and start-ups in India. New provisions cover expedited processing, well-known marks, and virtual hearings,…
Intellepedia · 6 Mar 2017
The PayPal and Paytm trademark dispute centres on alleged similarities in their logos and the potential for consumer confusion under Indian trademark law. This analysis explores the legal…
Intellepedia · 27 Dec 2016
The post explores Donald Trump's legal journey to secure trademark rights over his name in China, detailing key disputes and court decisions. It highlights how the US presidential…
Intellepedia · 16 Nov 2016
Specsavers has secured UKIPO approval to trademark 'should've', strengthening its exclusive use of the term in marketing. The decision highlights current legal debates on trademarking common words and…
Intellepedia · 19 Aug 2016
'Sipping on IP' sessions by BananaIP Counsels provide an open forum to discuss recent developments in Indian intellectual property law. The post analyses copyright, trademark, and patent issues,…
Intellepedia · 8 Aug 2016
The EU General Court sided with Kule over FC Barcelona in a dispute regarding the ‘Cule’ trademark. The decision highlights the need for credible, market-specific evidence of trademark…
Intellepedia · 20 Jun 2016
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…
Intellepedia · 8 Jun 2016
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…
Intellepedia · 1 Jun 2016
Sipping on IP is an initiative by BananaIP that encourages open conversations on intellectual property. Participants discuss a variety of topics, promoting learning and peer engagement in an…
Intellepedia · 11 May 2016