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Honda secures trade dress ruling for protection of XR series motorcycles in Peru

The Peruvian Trademark Office has reaffirmed that elements such as the arrangement and presentation of registered trademarks are protected by rules that seek to punish acts of unfair competition.

08 July 2024

Tesla ordered to settle India dispute; Trump sneaker counterfeit lawsuit; Huawei sells AITO – news digest

In our latest round-up, we look at the NCAA being sued by 16 more college athletes, The Rolling Stones heading to the metaverse, and much more.

05 July 2024

Slovenian court adopts a fresh approach in TESLA revocation proceedings

In what appears to be a first for Slovenia, the Ljubljana Circuit Court has replaced four categories listed in international TESLA registrations with smaller subcategories, without explicit request from either party.

04 July 2024

How to manage the surge in counterfeit automotive parts in Southeast Asia 

Rouse lawyers break down the reasons for a surge in counterfeit automotive parts in Southeast Asia and discuss how brand owners can tackle the growing problem. 

03 July 2024

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

Virgin Aviation v Alaska Airlines: branding dispute takes flight

The Court of Appeal has confirmed that Alaska Airlines must pay Virgin at least a ‘minimum royalty’ under a trademark licence, regardless of whether Alaska Airlines makes use of Virgin’s marks.

02 July 2024

Virgin triumphs over Alaska Airlines; HAVANA CLUB dispute revived; Pink Floyd disables merch website

In our latest round-up, we look at Porsche remaining the most valuable luxury brand, the US Supreme Court denying a petition for clarity on likelihood of confusion, and more.

14 June 2024

Harley-Davidson sues Next; TRUMP condom decision; AI sparks IP theft fears – news digest

In our latest round-up, we look at Chinese law enforcement applying more technologies in the fight against counterfeits, LaLiga seeking licensing in Brazil, and much more.

04 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

Third Circuit vacates district court’s grant of relief in charity infringement dispute 

In a long-running trademark spat between two children’s education charities, the Third Circuit has ruled that the district court erred in granting relief to the plaintiff. Its decision sheds light on the impact of a delay in bringing a suit as well as where the burden of proof lies.

30 May 2024

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