Apple Inc., a global tech giant renowned for its innovative products and robust trademark portfolio, has lost a trademark opposition case against Seoul-based cybersecurity company Penta Security Systems Inc. The dispute centered around Penta Security’s attempt to register the trademark “Wapples” for its software and hardware products under Class 9, which encompasses a broad range […]
Read moreBeyoncé’s decade-long legal pursuit to trademark her daughter Blue Ivy’s name has finally come to a victorious conclusion. What began as a simple application in 2012 culminated in a landmark decision by the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB). This case underscores the complexities of trademark registration and highlights the importance of securing intellectual property […]
Read moreA recent legal clash between luxury watchmaker Rolex and a local Kazakh brand has placed the intricacies of trademark law under scrutiny. At the heart of the dispute are two similar trademarks: “Cosmo” owned by the local Kazakh brand and “Cosmograph,” the hallmark of Rolex’s distinguished watch collections. This conflict has raised important questions about […]
Read moreGet ready for a smoother ride when navigating patent and trademark ownership changes! The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is launching its new Assignment Center on January 22, 2024, replacing the aging Electronic Patent Assignment System (EPAS) and Electronic Trademark Assignment System (ETAS). This marks a significant step forward in modernizing the USPTO’s services […]
Read moreIn The High Court of New Delhi in matter of “Mankind Pharma Limited v. Novakind Bio Sciences Private Limited” Background Legal Issues The main legal issue in this case is whether NBS’s use of the term KIND in its trademark NOVAKIND BIO SCIENCES PRIVATE LIMITED infringes MPL’s registered trademark MANKIND. To determine this, the court […]
Read moreIn the dynamic landscape of e-commerce, breaking into new markets poses significant challenges, especially for international sellers seeking a foothold on platforms like Amazon US. Yet, in just a fortnight, our firm showcased the power of expertise and dedication in assisting a South Korean client in realizing their aspirations of retailing lifestyle products in the […]
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