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Turkish Competition Authority Mandates Cancellation of 3D Trademark, Setting Precedent for IP and Antitrust Law
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Turkish Competition Authority Mandates Cancellation of 3D Trademark, Setting Precedent for IP and Antitrust Law

TCA’s August 2024 decision orders withdrawal of registered 3D mark and design, raising concerns over administrative intervention in intellectual property rights.

In a landmark ruling dated August 1, 2024, the Turkish Competition Authority (TCA) has ordered the withdrawal of a registered three-dimensional (3D) trademark and related design rights, finding that the right owner abused its dominant market position to exclude competitors. The decision, which also imposes monetary sa…

Thursday, April 30, 2026
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TikTok, Italian brainrot and trademarks: Who owns the rights to Tralalero Tralala?
TrademarksEurope

TikTok, Italian brainrot and trademarks: Who owns the rights to Tralalero Tralala?

A three-legged shark wearing Nike sneakers named Tralalero Tralala; Tung Tung Tung Sahur, a stick with a face, arms, and legs holding a baseball bat;…

A three-legged shark wearing Nike sneakers named Tralalero Tralala; Tung Tung Tung Sahur, a stick with a face, arms, and legs holding a baseball bat; a cappuccino cup wearing a tutu and pointe shoes called Ballerina Cap…

Tuesday, April 28, 2026
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Together We Can: Approaches to Empowering Women in IP
TrademarksEurope

Together We Can: Approaches to Empowering Women in IP

The intellectual property (IP) gender gap is a real problem; only around 16 percent of patent applications filed through WIPO's Patent Cooperation Tr…

The intellectual property (IP) gender gap is a real problem; only around 16 percent of patent applications filed through WIPO's Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) are from women, leaving countless brilliant minds and their…

Tuesday, April 28, 2026
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Together We Can: Approaches to Empowering Women in IP

The intellectual property (IP) gender gap is a real problem; only around 16 percent of patent applications filed through WIPO's Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) are from women, leaving countless brilliant minds and their…

Tuesday, April 28, 2026
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Becton Dickinson Sues Baxter Over Infusion Pump Patents

Leading medical technology company Becton Dickinson and Company (BD) has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Baxter International Inc., claiming that Baxter has unlawfully used BD’s patented technologies in it...

Wednesday, May 14, 2025
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Detailed Information About PCT Filing

Regularly check our site to learn about PCT filing and more crucial ideas. The patent Cooperation Treaty is known as PCT. It is an international agreement that has more than 150 members. Submitting a single PCT applic...

Saturday, August 13, 2022
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Vietnam Urges U.S. to Provide Fair Review of Intellectual Property Protection Progress

Foreign Ministry Responds to U.S. 'Priority Foreign Country' Designation, Citing Legal Reforms and International Cooperation

Vietnam's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called on the United States to offer an objective and balanced evaluation of the country's intellectual property protection efforts. The statement follows the U.S. government's decision to list Vietnam as a 'Priority Foreign Country' in its annual global IP report. Vietnamese…

Saturday, May 2, 2026
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PatentsUSA

Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Unveils 2025 Intellectual Property 'Go To Lawyers' Honorees

Annual Feature Recognizes Leading IP Attorneys Nominated by Peers and Selected by Editorial Panel

Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly has released its 2025 list of 'Go To Lawyers' in the field of Intellectual Property, highlighting attorneys recognized for their leadership and expertise. The honorees were nominated by colleagues and chosen by a dedicated panel, continuing the publication's tradition of spotlighting excel…

Sunday, May 3, 2026
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PatentsIndia

India on US priority watch list for Intellectual Property rights: What it means and why it matters

The United States Trade Representative has placed India on its 2026 Priority Watch List for intellectual property (IP) rights, flagging continued concerns over protection and enfo…

The United States Trade Representative has placed India on its 2026 Priority Watch List for intellectual property (IP) rights, flagging continued concerns over protection and enforcement mechanisms. The designation was announced in the annual Special 301 Report, which assesses how effectively US trading partners safeg…

Friday, May 1, 2026
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Turkish Competition Authority Mandates Cancellation of 3D Trademark, Setting Precedent for IP and Antitrust Law
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Turkish Competition Authority Mandates Cancellation of 3D Trademark, Setting Precedent for IP and Antitrust Law

TCA’s August 2024 decision orders withdrawal of registered 3D mark and design, raising concerns over administrative intervention in intellectual property rights.

In a landmark ruling dated August 1, 2024, the Turkish Competition Authority (TCA) has ordered the withdrawal of a registered three-dimensional (3D) trademark and related design rights, finding that the right owner abused its dominant market position to exclude competitors. The decision, which also imposes monetary sa…

Thursday, April 30, 2026
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TikTok, Italian brainrot and trademarks: Who owns the rights to Tralalero Tralala?
TrademarksEurope

TikTok, Italian brainrot and trademarks: Who owns the rights to Tralalero Tralala?

A three-legged shark wearing Nike sneakers named Tralalero Tralala; Tung Tung Tung Sahur, a stick with a face, arms, and legs holding a baseball bat;…

A three-legged shark wearing Nike sneakers named Tralalero Tralala; Tung Tung Tung Sahur, a stick with a face, arms, and legs holding a baseball bat; a cappuccino cup wearing a tutu and pointe shoes called Ballerina Cap…

Tuesday, April 28, 2026
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Together We Can: Approaches to Empowering Women in IP
TrademarksEurope

Together We Can: Approaches to Empowering Women in IP

The intellectual property (IP) gender gap is a real problem; only around 16 percent of patent applications filed through WIPO's Patent Cooperation Tr…

The intellectual property (IP) gender gap is a real problem; only around 16 percent of patent applications filed through WIPO's Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) are from women, leaving countless brilliant minds and their…

Tuesday, April 28, 2026
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Decade-Long Patent Battle Between Carma Technology and Uber Threatens Ridesharing Industry
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Decade-Long Patent Battle Between Carma Technology and Uber Threatens Ridesharing Industry

Carma Technology’s infringement lawsuit against Uber over matching system patents could reshape legal and business landscapes for ridesharing platforms

Carma Technology, founded by Sean O’Sullivan in 2007, has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Uber alleging unauthorized use of five patents related to ridesharing matching systems. The case, progressing in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, highlights a complex dispute with potential r…

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
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Illinois State University Expands Intellectual Property Education Across Diverse Academic Programs
PatentsGlobal

Illinois State University Expands Intellectual Property Education Across Diverse Academic Programs

Faculty across multiple disciplines integrate IP concepts into coursework to prepare students for real-world innovation and entrepreneurship challenges

During the 2025-26 academic year, Illinois State University advanced its initiative to embed intellectual property (IP) awareness into student learning across various departments. Supported by key university centers, the program equips students with practical knowledge on protecting and commercializing their original…

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
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MIDF Launches Malaysia’s Inaugural Intellectual Property-Backed Financing Facility
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MIDF Launches Malaysia’s Inaugural Intellectual Property-Backed Financing Facility

The Malaysian Industrial Development Finance Berhad pioneers a new credit model leveraging IP assets to support SME growth under a WIPO-backed pilot programme

Malaysian Industrial Development Finance Berhad (MIDF) has approved its first financing facility under the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO)–MIDF Intellectual Property-Backed Financing Pilot Programme. This landmark transaction utilises intellectual property assets as collateral, marking a transformative…

Tuesday, May 12, 2026
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Federal Circuit and Supreme Court Decisions Broaden Patent Damages to Include Foreign Sales Amid Evolving Litigation Standards
PatentsUSA

Federal Circuit and Supreme Court Decisions Broaden Patent Damages to Include Foreign Sales Amid Evolving Litigation Standards

Recent rulings and evidentiary rule changes are reshaping patent damages strategies, emphasizing extraterritorial recovery and expert testimony scrutiny

Recent developments in patent damages law, including pivotal decisions by the U.S. Supreme Court and Federal Circuit, have clarified that damages based on foreign sales may be recoverable when domestic infringement is the proximate cause. Concurrently, amendments to Federal Rule of Evidence 702 heighten the admissibil…

Monday, May 11, 2026
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Vietnam orders crackdown on IP violations after US trade warning
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Vietnam Intensifies IP Enforcement Following U.S. Priority Watch List Designation

Government aims for 20% rise in enforcement actions amid U.S. pressure and trade tensions

Vietnam has announced a nationwide crackdown on intellectual property violations, seeking a 20% increase in enforcement cases after being named a 'priority foreign country' by the U.S. Trade Representative. The initiative targets copyright, trademark, and counterfeiting offenses across multiple sectors, as the U.S. we…

Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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Hanoi orders 20% surge in IP enforcement cases in May after US warning
TrademarksGlobal

Hanoi orders 20% surge in IP enforcement cases in May after US warning

Vietnam's market surveillance units under the trade ministry will intensify checks on counterfeit goods, with a focus on industrial property rights and trademark infringement. PHO…

Vietnam's market surveillance units under the trade ministry will intensify checks on counterfeit goods, with a focus on industrial property rights and trademark infringement. PHOTO: EPA [HO CHI MINH CITY] Hanoi has ordered a nationwide crackdown on intellectual property (IP) violations in May, mandating at least a 20…

Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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Federal Circuit Affirms Trademark Refusal for "US SPACE FORCE" Mark
TrademarksUSA

Federal Circuit Affirms Trademark Refusal for "US SPACE FORCE" Mark

The Federal Circuit recently affirmed a decision from the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) that refused registration of the mark "US SPACE FORCE" based on false suggestion…

The Federal Circuit recently affirmed a decision from the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) that refused registration of the mark "US SPACE FORCE" based on false suggestion of a connection with the United States. In re Thomas D. Foster, APC, No. 2023-1527, slip op. at 1 (Fed. Cir. May 7, 2025). The precedential…

Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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From Risk To Reward: What Our 2026 Industry Outlook Research Reveals About AI In IP
TrademarksGlobal

From Risk To Reward: What Our 2026 Industry Outlook Research Reveals About AI In IP

The latest edition of our IP Industry Outlook Research reveals that AI is providing a powerful catalyst for change in our sector. As increasing numbers of IP professionals embrace…

The latest edition of our IP Industry Outlook Research reveals that AI is providing a powerful catalyst for change in our sector. As increasing numbers of IP professionals embrace its potential, we assess how AI has impacted the IP profession to date, uncover current challenges and opportunities, and spotlight emergin…

Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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Supreme Court Declines to Review AI-Generated Art Copyright Case
CopyrightUSA

Supreme Court Declines to Review AI-Generated Art Copyright Case

Justices refuse to hear Stephen Thaler’s appeal after lower courts uphold denial of copyright for AI-created artwork

The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear an appeal from computer scientist Stephen Thaler, who sought copyright protection for artwork created solely by his artificial intelligence system. The decision leaves in place lower court rulings and the U.S. Copyright Office’s position that only works with human authorship…

Sunday, May 10, 2026
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Winston Lawyers Recognized in World Intellectual Property Review’s Leaders Directory 2026
CopyrightGlobal

Winston Lawyers Recognized in World Intellectual Property Review’s Leaders Directory 2026

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Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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Call for Papers: Women’s Participation in Innovation, Creativity and Intellectual Property
CopyrightGlobal

Call for Papers: Women’s Participation in Innovation, Creativity and Intellectual Property

WIPO is happy to announce a call for papers for a special issue on Women’s Participation in Innovation, Creativity and Intellectual Property. The deadline for submission is 31 Mar…

WIPO is happy to announce a call for papers for a special issue on Women’s Participation in Innovation, Creativity and Intellectual Property. The deadline for submission is 31 March 2026. Technological progress is the backbone of economic growth, yet women's underrepresentation in innovation represents a challenge to…

Monday, May 4, 2026
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Unlocking Nigeria’s youth creative economy through stronger IP laws
CopyrightGlobal

Unlocking Nigeria’s youth creative economy through stronger IP laws

Nigeria is brimming with young creative talents such as musicians, filmmakers, designers, writers, and digital innovators shaping culture at home and commanding global attention.

Nigeria is brimming with young creative talents such as musicians, filmmakers, designers, writers, and digital innovators shaping culture at home and commanding global attention. Yet for many of these creators, turning originality into sustainable income remains an uphill climb. Weak enforcement, piracy, and limited a…

Saturday, May 2, 2026
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