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SEP vote fallout; GI shake-up; landmark AI act – legislation and policy watch (March 2024)

WTR’s monthly column tracks trademark and related policy developments, including the progress of major bills, from around the world.

18 March 2024

Full Court upholds trademark infringement claim against Redbubble, but overrules damages award

The Full Court found that the primary judge had made an error in awarding nominal damages of A$8,250 because such amount was not nominal.

18 March 2024

Pandabuy, Superbuy: the anti-counterfeiting community must be aware of Chinese ‘shopping agents’

This week’s opinion column urges brand owners to pay attention to China-based shopping agents allegedly making it easier for Western consumers to buy fake goods online.

16 March 2024

How to pool resources to stamp out IP crime: advice from the frontline

The UKIPO, PIPCU, brand owners and law firm leaders explain how rights holders can work with government, the Police, consumers and fellow brand owners in the fight against infringement, at this year’s WTR Live: Brand Strategy Summit Europe.

15 March 2024

Smart enforcement, robust licensing and social media crackdowns: highlights from Brand Strategy Summit Europe 2024

Brand owners and law firm leaders offer their top tips for cost-effective enforcement, long-lasting licensing agreements and combatting social media fraud, at this year’s WTR Live: Brand Strategy Summit Europe. 

15 March 2024

Supreme Court confirms that Amazon’s US website targeted UK consumers

The Supreme Court addressed for the first time the issue of when use of a trademark on a foreign website infringes a UK trademark.

15 March 2024

Amazon defeat closes “backdoor” to unlicensed cross-border sales on e-commerce

A UK Supreme Court ruling against Amazon should help brand owners and licensees better enforce their rights across international platforms, local experts say.

07 March 2024

HEPSIBURADA v HEPSIBURADA: General Court decision provides guidance on demonstrating bad faith

The court’s thorough review of the trademark applicant’s knowledge and intent provides a useful roadmap for demonstrating bad faith before the EU authorities.

04 March 2024

BMW reflects on first-of-its-kind Amazon win against counterfeiters in Spain

BMW Group’s head of trademarks reveals what other brand owners can do to leverage Amazon’s reach in their anti-counterfeiting efforts.

27 February 2024

Four out of five influencers do not disclose advertising content

Around 80% of EU influencers do not routinely disclose that content is paid for, creating risks for brands that partner with them.

16 February 2024

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