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News Topic Anti-Counterfeiting Brand management Coronavirus Enforcement and litigation Government/policy IP offices Law firms Online Portfolio management Trademark law Sectors Banking/finance Consumer goods Fashion Anti-counterfeit Network Africa petitions ICC; COP26 highlights greenwashing risks; and much more

Everything we covered on WTR over the past seven days – and all you need to know from the world of trademarks to set yourself up for the start of another busy week. Read more

Most read 1 Philippines businessman plans Archewell launch in US, vows to block Duke and Duchess of Sussex 2 “Disgusting fraud” – USPTO targets Trademark Terminal operator Abtach with scathing show-cause order 3 USPTO issues scathing show-cause order; Anti-counterfeit Network Africa petitions ICC; COP26 highlights greenwashing risks; and much more 4 EUIPO gears up for API launch; Buy Safe America Coalition calls for action; Fat Brands acquires Fazoli’s – news digest 5 Squid Game streamer dilemma; Meta PCs changes name to Facebook; Walmart and Gap reunite – news digest WTR 1000

The definitive ‘go-to’ resource for those seeking legal trademark expertise, which identifies the leading lights in 70 jurisdictions globally.

News View all 5Nov2021 EUIPO gears up for API launch; Buy Safe America Coalition calls for action; Fat Brands acquires Fazoli’s – news digest

In our latest round-up, we look at why brands with sonic logos are perceived as 5% more valuable, Coca-Cola gaining full control of BodyArmor, and much more. Read more

4Nov2021 Petition to ICC requests counterfeiting involving widespread death be classed as crime against humanity

The Anti-counterfeit Network Africa has formally submitted a petition to the International Criminal Court proposing that deadly counterfeiting be listed as a crime against humanity. Read more

4Nov2021 “Disgusting fraud” – USPTO targets Trademark Terminal operator Abtach with scathing show-cause order

In one of the biggest anti-fraud crackdowns in its history, the USPTO has issued a show-cause order to Pakistan-based company Abtach Ltd. Read more

2Nov2021 Squid Game streamer dilemma; Meta PCs changes name to Facebook; Walmart and Gap reunite – news digest

In our latest round-up, we look at counterfeiting increasing by 56% in the Philippines, WIPO launching a young experts programme, and much more. Read more

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A unique directory which shines a light on those in-house professionals performing trademark-related duties to the highest standards.

Analysis View all 1Nov2021 Spruson Ferguson Australia becomes country’s largest IP firm as combination confirmed

In a major move, Shelston IP and Spruson Ferguson have officially joined forces to create Spruson Ferguson Australia. Read more

28Oct2021 Inside the battle against illegal online pharmacies: interview with ASOP Global

WTR sits down with Libby Baney from the Alliance for Safe Online Pharmacies to get the inside track on their efforts to combat illegal online drug sales. Read more

25Oct2021 Chevron licensing strategy rethink: how brand valuation is driving expansion

Growing awareness of the power of Chevron’s biggest brands has led to a rethink in the oil company’s licensing strategy. Read more

21Oct2021 Covid and counterfeits: how brand owners are fighting back against pandemic opportunists

In an exclusive guest post, experts at Gowling look at how brand owners have tackled a significant rise in counterfeit goods during the covid-19 pandemic. Read more

Legal updates 5Nov2021 Different stylisations insufficient to eliminate likelihood of confusion between signs containing similar dominant word elements

The General Court confirmed that there was a likelihood of confusion between the figurative marks DORMILLO and DORMILON for beds and mattresses. Read more

5Nov2021 CIRA partners with ScamAdviser to combat fraudulent sites

The Canadian domain name registry has recently announced a partnership with ScamAdviser aimed at strengthening its anti-fraud capabilities. Read more

4Nov2021 Civil IP courts grant full protection to genuine rights holder against bad-faith registrant

The Turkish IP courts prioritised the legitimate rights of a foreign e-commerce platform over a local bad-faith registrant. Read more

4Nov2021 Supreme Court clearly rejects ‘consumer error’ theory

In a case involving the sale of fake adidas garments, the Spanish Supreme Court has clearly and vehemently dismantled the ‘consumer error’ theory - a long-standing bone of contention in IP litigation in the country. Read more

3Nov2021 General Court confirms that $ CASH APP lacks distinctiveness

The General Court agreed with the EUIPO that a figurative mark pertaining to a mobile payment service lacked distinctive character - despite the fact that a near-identical mark had been granted protection by the UKIPO. Read more

Insight 2Jul2021 Top tips for how brand owners can work with online platforms to fight counterfeiting

WTR’s Global Leaders set out an eight-point checklist for what rights holders and e-commerce sites can do to take meaningful action against the online trade in fake goods. Read more

1Jul2021 “Do not be afraid to take risks”: leading in-house counsel reveal the secrets to their success

WTR’s Global Leaders share personal insights into how they got to where they are today and offer advice to those considering the same career path. Read more

30Jun2021 The Chinese IP protection landscape looks bright – but more still needs to be done

Leading trademark practitioners discuss how the Chinese IP regime is improving for brand owners and, crucially, what the key areas of focus should be next. Read more

24Jun2021 How to work with Customs – six key tips for brand owners

IP practitioners in Europe, Central America and the United States discuss how brand owners can work with Customs to clamp down on counterfeiting in their region. Read more

Events View all 30 November – 1 December 2021 IPBC Australasia and Brand Strategy Australasia 2021

IPBC Australasia 2021 will be held as a dedicated virtual programme comprising eight sessions spread across two days - on 30 November and 1 December. As always it will attract an extensive industry-led audience of senior executives from major IP-owning corporates – both regional and international – as well as key figures from the research and governmental communities.

3 - 10 December 2021 The Future of Trademark Management and Brand Protection 2021

Taking place in London, New York, Chicago and San Francisco, WTR Live: The Future of Trademark Management and Brand Protection will facilitate discussion, benchmarking and the sharing of best practice around key topic areas and challenges facing brand leaders, and offer a glimpse into what the future of trademark practice looks like.

13 - 14 December 2021 WTR Industry Review 2021

WTR’s Industry Review 2021 will launch this December, providing the brand protection community with strategic insight into five key business sectors: food and beverage; pharmaceuticals; fashion and luxury; retail and consumer goods; and technology. The series will reflect pivotal moments and lessons learned in 2021, and look towards what’s to come in 2022.

Join us on 13-14 December online to recap on the year’s fundamental regulatory developments, crucial court decisions, and new legislation with your peers.

Twitter 08 Nov 2021

WTR_Alerts RT @trademarkpatent: Beware of low-cost TM filing services, USPTO is cracking down on fraudulent services. https://t.co/jtRoGFYMsZ Read more

08 Nov 2021

WTR_Alerts RT @hillsboroatty: Modest bounce-back for US #trademark litigation levels predicted as top plaintiffs and defendants revealedhttps://t.co/… Read more

06 Nov 2021

WTR_Alerts RT @Gehrkelaw: “Disgusting fraud” – USPTO targets Trademark Terminal operator Abtach with scathing show-cause orderhttps://t.co/IR46O0rXzn Read more

05 Nov 2021

WTR_Alerts RT @FaegreDrinker: @WTR_Alerts spoke with government and regulatory affairs partner and senior advisor to @BuySafeRx @libbybaney to gain in… Read more

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