Metaverse Food – Trademark Registration Rejected
The “Metaverse food” case was reviewed by the Board of Appeal of EUIPO (European Union Intellectual Property Office), which ultimately rejected the trademark application.
Shopify vs. Shoppi Trademark Dispute
The “Case law bit: Shoppi” on the EUIPO Academy platform addresses the trademark dispute involving Community trademark “Shopify” and its registered classes 9, 35, 36 and 42. The case analysis emphasizes the criteria for assessing the likelihood of confusion (LOC) between trademarks, particularly highlighting the importance of the distinctiveness of earlier marks.
EUIPO – Banksy’s Monkey’s Trademark Registered in “Bad Faith”
The “Case law bit: Banksy’s monkey” on EUIPO Academy Learning Portal discusses the improper trademark registration of Banksy’s “Monkey Sign” artwork. This case illustrates that the trademark was registered with the intent to misuse the system rather than for legitimate commercial purposes. The decision highlights that the registrant aimed to exploit the trade mark system…
Romania Joins Unitary Patent System: Expansion Set for September 2024
Romania will officially join the Unitary Patent System on September 1, 2024, after depositing its instrument of ratification on May 31, 2024.
Effective Defence in an Opposition Case Against a Trade Mark Application Before the EUIPO
IP Consulting Ltd. represented their client, “бпо България” ЕООД, in the EUIPO Opposition No B 3 189 913. The case involved an opposition filed by Stichting BDO against the European Union trade mark application No 18 790 922 (figurative mark), which was based on the earlier European Union trade mark registration No 2 419 778…
VALIDATION OF EP PATENTS IN GEORGIA
The ratification of the Validation Agreement by the parliament of Georgia completed the negotiation process between Georgia and the European Patent Office, which was launched in 2012.
NEW NICE TRADE MARK CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM enters in force from JANUARY 2024
A new Nice Trade Mark Classification system will come into force on 1 January 2024. The 45 classes of goods and services have been updated. The changes seek to align the Nice classification with the evolving landscape of inventions and technological advancements and societal changes, ecological awareness and the increasing importance of mental health. According…
Successful Defence in EUIPO Opposition Case Against Trade Mark Application
IP Consulting Ltd. represented Phiacademy Doo Beograd in the EUIPO Opposition No B 3 181 492. The case involved an opposition filed by Phiacademy Doo Beograd against the European Union trade mark application No 18 722 371 (figurative mark), which was based on the earlier international trade mark registration designating Ireland No 1 511 559…
Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) – Customs control: Transition to the mandatory use of electronic Applications for Action (eAFAs)
The EC warns that : Right holders and their representatives are invited to submit only electronical applications for action (eAFAs) to customs through the IP Enforcement Portal (IPEP) or national portals in Germany, Italy and Spain. In the EU, if you want customs to be active in protecting your rights at the EU border by…
EU REGULATION ON GI PROTECTION FOR CRAFT AND INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS ENTERED INTO FORCE
Council adopts new regulation on geographical indication protection for craft and industrial products The Regulation on GI protection for craft and industrial products entered into force on 16the of November 2023. On 9 October 2023, the EU Council adopted a new regulation to protect the geographical indications (GIs) of renowned non-food craft and industrial products…
