Everything we covered on WTR over the past seven days.
Long Read
In an exclusive interview, USPTO trademark commissioner David Gooder outlines key developments and challenges at the agency over the past 12 months, before revealing his plans and focuses for the coming year.
Monday 18 December
The Canadian Intellectual Property Office increases its fees for the first time in almost 20 years, in an effort to help reduce the substantial backlog of unexamined applications.
We reveal the challenges of – and solutions for – brand protection at Qatar border points.
Tuesday 19 December
Temu takes on Shein, Unilever is accused of greenwashing, Oatly wins the right to use ‘milk’, and more.
Apple and L’Oréal lead the filing pack, as Meta and Amazon file for virtual reality and telehealth brands, according to Corsearch data analysis.
Wednesday 20 December
WTR uncovers the companies filing the highest numbers of trademarks in-house.
Finland raises its fees, the USPTO confirms two new offices, the EUIPO welcomes ARIPO leaders, and more, in this week’s IP office updates.
Thursday 21 December
Prosecution work halves for the most active Chinese agents, as the world’s top trademark representatives diversify, according to new filing data.
We outline best practices and strategies for combatting counterfeit goods at the South African border.
Friday 22 December
Local experts run through the biggest UK trademark decisions of the year – with one lined up for 2024 that is sure to keep the industry talking.
Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery consider a merger, Rolex is fined €91.6 million, ‘.ai’ domain names increase, and more.
Saturday 23 December
Non-traditional EU marks, a China law change and bitcoin bad faith are among the talking points of the five most-read Legal Updates of 2023.
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