Long Read

An arrangement taking effect this month for the cross-border enforcement of judgments offers brand owners a new weapon in the face of infringement in Hong Kong and Mainland China.

Monday 8 January

The Korean IP Office confirms that it plans to “lay the groundwork” for brand-backed financing, as it seeks to expands IP valuation offerings.

The French IP office’s director of economic action calls for the harmonisation of global legislation to bolster the fight against fakes.

To kick off a series looking at recent Legal Updates you may have missed, we explored cases where rights holders have attempted to register or defend non-traditional trademarks.

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Tuesday 9 January

We head to Uruguay to explore how to safeguard brands at the country’s borders and entry points.

Tuesday’s news digest includes coverage of BabyMonster prevailing in a dispute with Monster Energy, the Trademark Terminal website being put up for sale, and much more.

A legal expert from Indonesia looks back at 2023, changing client needs, the rise of 3D trademarks, and what the next 12 months have in store.

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Wednesday 10 January

The USPTO announces executive appointments and IPOS unveils new trademark features.

We continued our series highlighting recent Legal Updates by looking at success stories in the food and beverage sector.

Filing data reveals rising activity across Latin America.

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Thursday 11 January

We head to Egypt for brand protection advice at the border.

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Friday 12 January

NatWest launches IP-based lending; TripAdvisor heads to the metaverse, Superdry promotes  sustainable fashion, and more.

The Central District of California is the top US district court for copyright cases, with litigation data revealing key trends in the forum.

We explore cases where trademark owners in the luxury and fashion sector have successfully protected their rights.

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Saturday 13 January

Clear guidance on the value of protected food and drink name status is vital to ensure businesses have the right amount of protection and are prepared to use it, argues this week’s opinion.

Special Report: Safeguarding Style

WTR’s latest Special Report delves into the multifaceted landscape of brand creation and protection in the fashion and luxury industry, exploring the filing strategies, anti-counterfeiting technologies and international collaborations that are essential to success.