#intellectual-property

#intellectual-property

Trademark infringement can lead to significant financial consequences even for small online sellers.

Legacy representation is a lucrative business managing the image and rights of deceased celebrities, ensuring their legacies continue and grow long after their deaths.

Netflix canceled Meghan Markle's animated series 'Pearl' after legal concerns about copyright similarities with a prior children's book.

Concerns were raised by author Mel Elliott regarding potential plagiarism.

Kelley Heyer sues Roblox for using her dance without permission, claiming financial damages.

CBS has temporarily regained distribution rights for 'Wheel of Fortune' and 'Jeopardy!' after a judge reversed a ruling favoring Sony Pictures.

Reshoring takes precedence over globalization, with leaders adopting contrasting strategies for tech dominance.

IPWatchdog.com provides free access to intellectual property content, ensuring high visibility and readership without paywalls, attracting nearly 1.1 million unique visitors in 2024.

Wizards of the Coast's DMCA takedown of Baldur's Village mod was resolved quickly, allowing the mod to continue development.

IPWatchdog LIVE 2025 honored two distinguished individuals with the Paul Michel and Pauline Newman Awards, recognizing their significant contributions to intellectual property.

CinemaCon highlights the dominance of IP-driven franchises in upcoming films, signaling a preference for sequels over original content.

HK Ten Tree acknowledges lawsuit from Square Enix and is removing disputed content from its game.

Duke University objects to the use of its logo in HBO's The White Lotus due to a troubling suicide scene.

The show's use of Duke's logo may be protected under the First Amendment, according to a copyright attorney.

Naming fonts raises intellectual property concerns similar to other creative works.

Multiple projects can bear the same name, but legal implications exist.

The trajectory of intellectual property often leads to diminishing interest and eventual failure.

A federal judge dismissed a copyright lawsuit against Mariah Carey regarding her holiday hit, citing lack of substantial similarities with the other song.

Realtek's delay in seeking sanctions against DivX undermines its ability to comply with legal safe harbor requirements.

Düsseldorf division prioritizes urgency in preliminary injunction proceedings under UPC, reflecting a traditional German approach, unlike other divisions following Dutch methods.

Global intangibles valued at over $80 trillion highlight the rapid growth in innovation and the importance of IP reforms.

Rasheed's move to the PTAB addresses leadership vacancies and brings her expertise in administrative law during a crucial transition.