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trademark law

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Trademark Rules 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

PayPal and Paytm Trademark Dispute

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

Trump winning battles in U.S and China.

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 gets Approval for ‘should’ve’

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

Intellectual Property : Sipping on IP

'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

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…

Intellepedia · 8 Jun 2016

‘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…

Intellepedia · 1 Jun 2016

Sipping on IP – Conversation on Intellectual Property

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