China | Resolving a 30-year legacy: Key lessons from the ‘DELIXI’ case on Intellectual property and unfair competition
In September 2024, the Shanghai Intellectual Property Court (Court of Second Instance) delivered a final judgment in the long-standing trademark infringement and unfair competition case between DELIXI Group Corporation...
In September 2024, the Shanghai Intellectual Property Court (Court of Second Instance) delivered a final judgment in the long-standing...
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Changes to trade mark fees in Australia | What brand owners need to know
As highlighted in recent announcements, IP Australia is set to implement significant changes to its fees and allowance schedule, including trade mark opposition fees, starting from 1 October 2024....
As highlighted in recent announcements, IP Australia is set to implement significant changes to its fees and allowance schedule,...
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IP Australia’s Indigenous Knowledge Panel pilot – a regime change for trade marks containing Indigenous Knowledge? 
Signalling a fundamental shift in the way traditional knowledge is viewed, recognised and protected, the landmark World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) treaty on Intellectual Property, Genetic Resources and Associated...
Signalling a fundamental shift in the way traditional knowledge is viewed, recognised and protected, the landmark World Intellectual Property...
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Protecting your brand from counterfeits
In January 2024, the EU Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) released a robust study to assess the economic impact of counterfeiting in sales and employment in the clothing (including footwear),...
In January 2024, the EU Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) released a robust study to assess the economic impact of...
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IP Australia releases 2024 Intellectual Property Report
IP Australia has released the twelfth edition of the Australian Intellectual Property Report 2024 (the Report) which presents key movements in IP statistics and explores the links between innovation,...
IP Australia has released the twelfth edition of the Australian Intellectual Property Report 2024 (the Report) which presents key...
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Navigating the waves of greenwashing | “Green” trade mark regulations in China
In China, there are different regulatory practices concerning "green" trade marks. Regarding the registration process, it has been observed that the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) has adopted...
In China, there are different regulatory practices concerning "green" trade marks. Regarding the registration process, it has been observed...
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Navigating the Waves of Greenwashing | Implications for trade mark owners
In the current global landscape, environmental awareness has become a pivotal aspect of consumer decision-making, with many brands eager to market their sustainability credentials. While for some brands this...
In the current global landscape, environmental awareness has become a pivotal aspect of consumer decision-making, with many brands eager...
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Lord of the Wings trade mark refused in Middle-earth
Since the release of The Lord of the Rings film franchise in 2001, New Zealand has been synonymous with “Middle-earth”. New Zealand tourism and traders jumped on the Tolkien...
Since the release of The Lord of the Rings film franchise in 2001, New Zealand has been synonymous with...
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Trade mark licences: lessons from the courts
In a previous article “Perpetual contracts: can they be terminated?”, the termination of contracts with no agreed end date or provisions governing termination was discussed. Term and termination are key...
In a previous article “Perpetual contracts: can they be terminated?”, the termination of contracts with no agreed end date...
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Time Flies, But Now It Is Easier To Extend
IP Australia has recently announced changes to the standards for obtaining an extension of time for filing evidence of use in opposition matters and removal proceedings. Here’s a quick...
IP Australia has recently announced changes to the standards for obtaining an extension of time for filing evidence of...
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Trade Mark Classification of Virtual Goods and NFTs in Australia
Following on from our recent article regarding NFTs, the complicated relationship with real-world products, and trade marks office practices, on 10 August 2023, IP Australia released new guidance on...
Following on from our recent article regarding NFTs, the complicated relationship with real-world products, and trade marks office practices,...
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