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WHAT IS INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY?
According to the World Intellectual Property Organization – WIPO, Intellectual Property is the sum of the right related to literary, artistic and scientific works, interpretations of performers and performances of radiofusion, inventions in all fields of human activity, industrial designs and utility models, industrial, commercial and service trademarks, as well as geographical denominations, protection against unfair competition and all other rights that rises from the intellectual activity in the industrial, scientific, literary and artistic fields. The legal protection of these creations of the human mind guarantees to its creator the recognition and financial benefit from the product invented or created. ROCHA BARBOSA is here to assist you on all fields of intellectual property and ensure your rights.
HIGHLIGHTS
- “Cautiously optimistic”: UKIPO reveals what new OECD report means for counterfeit enforcement strategyby Sam Lovatt on November 20, 2024 at 5:30 pm
The UKIPO’s deputy director of enforcement tells WTR what a new OECD data report on counterfeit imports means for enforcement efforts.
- USPTO fee rises; Canada warns of trademark scams; JPO and ARIPO pledge cooperation – IP office updatesby Joyce Ng,Sam Lovatt,Tim Lince,Victoria Arnold-Rees on November 20, 2024 at 3:52 pm
In our latest update, we look at the Taiwan IP Office launching a new trademark search system, the USPTO appointing its first community outreach officer, and more.
- Blow for easyGroup in ‘easy’ infringement action by Sharon Mutizira on November 20, 2024 at 12:44 pm
The High Court held that the average consumer would not assume that easyGroup had a monopoly over use of the word ‘easy’.
- First application of punitive damages for trademark infringement by Seok Hyun Kwon ,Beth Jang on November 20, 2024 at 12:33 pm
The ruling is expected to have a significant impact on brand protection strategies and corporate accountability.
- Tabasco, NBA, NFL insights; USPTO scam efforts; AI levelling up: INTA Leadership 2024 takeawaysby Victoria Arnold-Rees on November 20, 2024 at 8:32 am
Last week, INTA hosted its biggest Leadership Meeting to date. Here, we present 10 key takeaways.
- Slogans will soon be protected as trademarks in Brazilby Clarice Minatogawa,Adonis Medeiros on November 19, 2024 at 3:00 pm
Upcoming changes should reduce the number of rejections the trademark office issues and have a notable impact on companies seeking more comprehensive protection for their advertising expressions.