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BASMATI bombs in New Zealand

The IP Office of New Zealand has upheld the decision to reject the Indian Government's application to register BASMATI as a certification mark.

A toast to ‘Prosecco’: PRISECCO constitutes evocation of PDO

The EUIPO Fifth Board of Appeal has annulled the EU trademark PRISECCO based on the prior protected destination of origin ‘Prosecco’.

Brazil grants Scotch whisky GI; Ukraine pledges development of IP mediation – IP office updates

In this latest update, the WIPO Design Law Treaty comments deadline looms, Chile expands its deadlines for Biobío applicants, and much more.

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NO FAKES hearing; China's plan for authorities; Vietnam administrative sanctions – legislation and policy watch (May 2024)

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

27 May 2024

DUTCH GENQUILA for wine held to evoke PGI ‘Tequila’

The relevant EU consumer is likely to establish a sufficiently clear and direct link between DUTCH GENQUILA, used for wine, and the spirit drink protected by the PGI ‘Tequila’.

20 May 2024

"We don't have all the answers": EUIPO leaders, General Court judges and in-house experts reflect on the future of IP case law

The EUIPO's João Negrão, EU General Court and Board of Appeal judges, and in-house experts from Nestlé and Assa Abloy share their thoughts on the challenges that lie ahead for European trademark, copyright and design law, at the EUIPO's fifth IP Case Law Conference.

04 May 2024

Tennessee signs ELVIS act; Hong Kong reduces IP tax; US introduces AI copyright transparency rules – legislation and policy watch (April 2024)

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

23 April 2024

Greek KALAMATA olive decision sets precedent for future EU GI disputes

In a decision of EU-wide significance, the Supreme Administrative Court of Greece has found that a PDO for KALAMATA olives could coexist with a plant variety right of the same name.

12 April 2024

Evolving trends in safeguarding GIs in Nigeria: an insight into recent developments

The submission of a comprehensive GI bill to the Nigerian legislature is anticipated in the near future.

28 March 2024

CNIPA’s Regulations on Collective and Certification Trademarks: key points highlighted

The regulations impose stricter rules on collective and certification trademarks, while providing guidance on the use of geographical names in such marks.

13 March 2024

37 UK GIs gain protection in Japan; Mbappé overtakes Messi in EU marks; AAA sues A24 – news digest

In our latest round-up, we look at US tech brands leading the generative AI patent race, PIPCU targeting illegal streaming in a week of action, and much more.

05 March 2024

Scotch Whisky GI infringement case clarifies independent rights of registered owners following Madhya Pradesh High Court ruling

The Scotch Whisky Association has filed an infringement suit that sheds light on the interaction between registered owners and authorised users of geographical indications when it comes to the right to sue in India.

15 February 2024

New foreign GI regulations take effect in China, with some contradictions

Local experts unpick the differences between two regulations on the registration, administration and protection of geographical indications, set to enter into effect today.

01 February 2024

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