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AI remains key as tech brand stock values soar: WTR Brand Elite analysis

Apple was the standout stock market performer through May, with technology brands posting strong results. 

02 July 2024

Microsoft and OpenAI sued; massive Hong Kong seizure; Anaqua launches AI-powered IP management platform – news digest

In our latest round-up, we look at ECTA announcing that its next Annual Conference will be in Berlin, East IP expanding, and much more.

28 June 2024

Experts insist on collaboration and education as e-commerce and advanced tech threaten brand protection

Trademark professionals from this year’s Anti-counterfeiting and Online Brand Enforcement Guide reveal the greatest threats to brands when it comes to counterfeit goods, and guidance on how to mitigate these.

24 June 2024

Evolving online route-to-market strategies and how to combat them

Featured in Anti-counterfeiting and Online Brand Enforcement: Global Guide 2024

Digital markets offer an increasing number of distribution channels, of which bad actors can take advantage. Counterfeiters are constantly adapting to the e-commerce landscape, which presents difficulties for IP rights holders and enforcers, necessitating a more targeted approach to combat product piracy online. 

24 June 2024

INTA files amicus in BORED APE dispute; fake tickets crisis; new Guangzhou anti-counterfeiting group – news digest

In our latest round-up, we look at how banks are using AI to combat fraud, how last week’s trademark decision sparked US Supreme Court unrest, and much more.

21 June 2024

FORTNITE owner defeated in FORTNIGHT invalidation action

Epic Games Inc, the developer of famous online game Fortnite, failed to invalidate the mark FORTNIGHT for various goods and services in Classes 9, 16, 28, 35, 41 and 43. 

13 June 2024

Trademark professionals optimistic AI can be an “ally” – provided that people remain “the decisive factor”

Experts from WTR Global Leaders 2024 share their outlooks on the use of AI in the trademark space, emphasising the opportunities it affords while stressing the critical need for human judgement.

11 June 2024

Google AI dispute dismissed; Campari loses ‘David and Goliath’ opposition; IPR Center issues warning – news digest

In our latest round-up, we look at lessons from the Rage Against the Machine TTAB dispute, McDonald’s launching a new metaverse platform, and much more.

11 June 2024

Coming soon: new IP registration for electronic games in Brazil

Brand owners await further clarification on a new form of IP protection encompassing both games programming and hardware.

10 June 2024

The state of the IP industry: one week left to share your perspective

The input from trademark practitioners in this survey form is essential to capture an accurate representation of the current IP environment around the world.

03 June 2024

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