Non-Patent IP Cases at the Supreme Court: December 2024 Update
The Supreme Court is deliberating major IP cases that could significantly affect corporate liability regarding trademarks and copyright infringement.
Other Barks & Bites for Friday, December 13: Amicus Urges Reversal in Newman Case; USPTO and POPA Sign Collective Bargaining Agreement; IPO Urges Trump to Pick IP-Savvy USPTO Director
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office signed its first collective bargaining agreement after nearly 40 years.
Supreme Court rules Concord man can't trademark Trump too small'
The Supreme Court unanimously ruled against a man seeking to trademark 'Trump too small,' citing lack of Trump's consent.
What Lies Ahead: Here's What IP Practitioners Will be Watching in 2024
The IPWatchdog community is keeping an eye on patent legislation and anti-patent policies by the Biden Administration in 2024.
The Supreme Court will make important decisions regarding copyright and trademark issues, including the ability to recover damages for past acts and the Free Speech Clause of the First Amendment.
Non-Patent IP Cases at the Supreme Court: December 2024 Update
The Supreme Court is deliberating major IP cases that could significantly affect corporate liability regarding trademarks and copyright infringement.
Other Barks & Bites for Friday, December 13: Amicus Urges Reversal in Newman Case; USPTO and POPA Sign Collective Bargaining Agreement; IPO Urges Trump to Pick IP-Savvy USPTO Director
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office signed its first collective bargaining agreement after nearly 40 years.
Supreme Court rules Concord man can't trademark Trump too small'
The Supreme Court unanimously ruled against a man seeking to trademark 'Trump too small,' citing lack of Trump's consent.
What Lies Ahead: Here's What IP Practitioners Will be Watching in 2024
The IPWatchdog community is keeping an eye on patent legislation and anti-patent policies by the Biden Administration in 2024.
The Supreme Court will make important decisions regarding copyright and trademark issues, including the ability to recover damages for past acts and the Free Speech Clause of the First Amendment.
Google sued for using trademarked Gemini name for AI service
Gemini Data has sued Google over trademark infringement regarding the use of the 'Gemini' name for Google's AI service, asserting exclusive rights to the brand.
Trader Joe's in legal tiff with NYC wine shop over the name 'Joe'
Trader Joe's is suing Joe's Wine Co. for trademark infringement over name and branding, claiming customer confusion.
WordPress cofounder asks court to dismiss WP Engine's lawsuit
Mullenweg seeks dismissal of WP Engine's lawsuit, claiming unfounded allegations while defending WordPress trademark usage.
Google sued for using trademarked Gemini name for AI service
Gemini Data has sued Google over trademark infringement regarding the use of the 'Gemini' name for Google's AI service, asserting exclusive rights to the brand.
Trader Joe's in legal tiff with NYC wine shop over the name 'Joe'
Trader Joe's is suing Joe's Wine Co. for trademark infringement over name and branding, claiming customer confusion.
WordPress cofounder asks court to dismiss WP Engine's lawsuit
Mullenweg seeks dismissal of WP Engine's lawsuit, claiming unfounded allegations while defending WordPress trademark usage.
Tiger Woods' brand accused of "unlawfully hijacking" someone else's logo
Tiger Woods' 'Sun Day Red' brand logo faces a trademark dispute with Tigeraire over similarities in design.
Pink Ceramic Hip Implants: When Functionality Trumps Trade Dress
The case highlights the conflict between utility patent rights and trade dress protections, focusing on the trademark implications of color post-patent expiration.
The Briefing: Turkey, Trademarks, Copyright, and Cranberry Sauce - IP and Recipes
The legalities of owning culinary creations and recipes remain complex, influenced by both copyright and trademark laws.
OpenAI moves to trademark its o1 'reasoning' models | TechCrunch
OpenAI is protecting its intellectual property by filing a trademark application for its reasoning AI model o1.
How to Register a Trademark in the UK: A Complete Guide for E-commerce Businesses
Registering a trademark is essential for e-commerce businesses to protect their brand identity and gain exclusive rights against competitors.
Trademark vs. Copyright: Which One Should You Choose? (2023) - Shopify
Trademark and copyright are distinct legal tools protecting different types of intellectual property, vital for small business owners to understand.
Tiger Woods' brand accused of "unlawfully hijacking" someone else's logo
Tiger Woods' 'Sun Day Red' brand logo faces a trademark dispute with Tigeraire over similarities in design.
Pink Ceramic Hip Implants: When Functionality Trumps Trade Dress
The case highlights the conflict between utility patent rights and trade dress protections, focusing on the trademark implications of color post-patent expiration.
The Briefing: Turkey, Trademarks, Copyright, and Cranberry Sauce - IP and Recipes
The legalities of owning culinary creations and recipes remain complex, influenced by both copyright and trademark laws.
OpenAI moves to trademark its o1 'reasoning' models | TechCrunch
OpenAI is protecting its intellectual property by filing a trademark application for its reasoning AI model o1.
How to Register a Trademark in the UK: A Complete Guide for E-commerce Businesses
Registering a trademark is essential for e-commerce businesses to protect their brand identity and gain exclusive rights against competitors.
Trademark vs. Copyright: Which One Should You Choose? (2023) - Shopify
Trademark and copyright are distinct legal tools protecting different types of intellectual property, vital for small business owners to understand.
USPTO petitioned to cancel Oracle's JavaScript trademark
Oracle's trademark ownership of 'JavaScript' creates unnecessary barriers; a petition to the USPTO seeks to free the name for public use.
JavaScript community asks US officials to revoke Oracle's grip on trademark
The JavaScript community is attempting to free the trademark from Oracle, claiming it has become generic and a public good.
JavaScript community challenges Oracle's JavaScript trademark
Oracle's ownership of the JavaScript trademark is considered obsolete by the JavaScript community, leading them to seek its release to the public domain.
Deno to USPTO: Drop Oracle's grip on 'JavaScript' trademark
Deno Land has petitioned to cancel Oracle's JavaScript trademark to promote community ownership and reduce legal barriers for its use.
"Cancel Oracle's trademark for JavaScript"
Deno filed a petition to cancel Oracle's trademark for JavaScript, claiming it has been abandoned and should be open for developers.
Oracle urged again to surrender JavaScript trademark
Oracle's continued ownership of the JavaScript trademark creates confusion and limits branding opportunities for the community.
USPTO petitioned to cancel Oracle's JavaScript trademark
Oracle's trademark ownership of 'JavaScript' creates unnecessary barriers; a petition to the USPTO seeks to free the name for public use.
JavaScript community asks US officials to revoke Oracle's grip on trademark
The JavaScript community is attempting to free the trademark from Oracle, claiming it has become generic and a public good.
JavaScript community challenges Oracle's JavaScript trademark
Oracle's ownership of the JavaScript trademark is considered obsolete by the JavaScript community, leading them to seek its release to the public domain.
Deno to USPTO: Drop Oracle's grip on 'JavaScript' trademark
Deno Land has petitioned to cancel Oracle's JavaScript trademark to promote community ownership and reduce legal barriers for its use.
"Cancel Oracle's trademark for JavaScript"
Deno filed a petition to cancel Oracle's trademark for JavaScript, claiming it has been abandoned and should be open for developers.
Oracle urged again to surrender JavaScript trademark
Oracle's continued ownership of the JavaScript trademark creates confusion and limits branding opportunities for the community.
Meghan Markle's jam brand faces trademark protest' from famed Oregon company
Meghan Markle faces another setback in securing her trademark for American Riviera Orchard due to a claim of confusion with Harry and David's existing trademark.
Meghan Markle's American Riviera Orchard's logo hits trademark snag - and it's all about the 'O': report
Meghan Markle's American Riviera Orchard faces trademark challenges regarding logo description inaccuracies and broad product classifications.
Meghan Markle asks US Patent Office for more time to correct American Riviera Orchard trademark application
Meghan Markle has requested extra time to finalize trademark issues for her lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, following ongoing challenges.
Meghan Markle considering American Riviera Orchard name change after trademark refusal: report
Meghan Markle's lifestyle brand name may change after USPTO trademark application rejected due to geographical restrictions.
Meghan Markle is refused a trademark for American Riviera Orchard ahead of launch
Meghan Markle's trademark application for American Riviera Orchard was rejected due to its geographical name, impacting her lifestyle brand plans.
Meghan Markle's jam brand faces trademark protest' from famed Oregon company
Meghan Markle faces another setback in securing her trademark for American Riviera Orchard due to a claim of confusion with Harry and David's existing trademark.
Meghan Markle's American Riviera Orchard's logo hits trademark snag - and it's all about the 'O': report
Meghan Markle's American Riviera Orchard faces trademark challenges regarding logo description inaccuracies and broad product classifications.
Meghan Markle asks US Patent Office for more time to correct American Riviera Orchard trademark application
Meghan Markle has requested extra time to finalize trademark issues for her lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, following ongoing challenges.
Meghan Markle considering American Riviera Orchard name change after trademark refusal: report
Meghan Markle's lifestyle brand name may change after USPTO trademark application rejected due to geographical restrictions.
Meghan Markle is refused a trademark for American Riviera Orchard ahead of launch
Meghan Markle's trademark application for American Riviera Orchard was rejected due to its geographical name, impacting her lifestyle brand plans.
Katy Perry vs Katie Perry: Singer triumphs in trademark fight against loungewear designer
Katy Perry has won an appeal to use her name in Australia against a fashion designer who held a similar trademark.
Oakland Airport fires back and sues San Francisco over name dispute
The Port of Oakland is seeking to rename Oakland International Airport to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, sparking a legal battle with San Francisco over trademark issues.
Katy Perry vs Katie Perry: Singer triumphs in trademark fight against loungewear designer
Katy Perry has won an appeal to use her name in Australia against a fashion designer who held a similar trademark.
Oakland Airport fires back and sues San Francisco over name dispute
The Port of Oakland is seeking to rename Oakland International Airport to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, sparking a legal battle with San Francisco over trademark issues.
Other Barks & Bites for Friday, November 15: Sweden Becomes First Country to File for Trademark; Open-Source Company Launches Patent Troll Bounty Program; and District Court Dismisses Patent Infringement Lawsuit Against Amazon
EPO rejects Russian patent requests due to EU sanctions; CNCF launches patent troll bounty; Sweden trademarks its name to prevent tourist confusion.
The WordPress vs. WP Engine drama, explained | TechCrunch
The WordPress community is embroiled in a dispute involving founder Matt Mullenweg and WP Engine over trademark usage and core features.
Other Barks & Bites for Friday, November 15: Sweden Becomes First Country to File for Trademark; Open-Source Company Launches Patent Troll Bounty Program; and District Court Dismisses Patent Infringement Lawsuit Against Amazon
EPO rejects Russian patent requests due to EU sanctions; CNCF launches patent troll bounty; Sweden trademarks its name to prevent tourist confusion.
The WordPress vs. WP Engine drama, explained | TechCrunch
The WordPress community is embroiled in a dispute involving founder Matt Mullenweg and WP Engine over trademark usage and core features.
Other Barks & Bites for Friday, October 25: Microsoft CEO Asks for Changes in Copyright Law; Report Finds 22% Growth in Semiconductor Patent Filings; and Former OpenAI Employee Claims Company Breaks Copyright Law
The USPTO is enhancing trademark audit methods to ensure more accurate registrations.
A former OpenAI employee claims that ChatGPT's use of copyrighted materials may violate copyright laws.
OpenAI tries to trademark 'GPT'. US PTO says nope
USPTO rejected OpenAI's trademark request for 'GPT' as 'merely descriptive' and generic due to common use in the AI industry.
Google's AI chatbot Gemini retains conversations for three years even after the user deletes the app.
The USPTO has refused OpenAI's request to trademark the term 'GPT' because it is considered descriptive of the technology it represents.
The term 'GPT' stands for 'generative pre-trained transformer' and describes the functionality and architecture of OpenAI's AI models.
Other Barks & Bites for Friday, October 25: Microsoft CEO Asks for Changes in Copyright Law; Report Finds 22% Growth in Semiconductor Patent Filings; and Former OpenAI Employee Claims Company Breaks Copyright Law
The USPTO is enhancing trademark audit methods to ensure more accurate registrations.
A former OpenAI employee claims that ChatGPT's use of copyrighted materials may violate copyright laws.
OpenAI tries to trademark 'GPT'. US PTO says nope
USPTO rejected OpenAI's trademark request for 'GPT' as 'merely descriptive' and generic due to common use in the AI industry.
Google's AI chatbot Gemini retains conversations for three years even after the user deletes the app.
Mazda is set to launch a new EV model called the CX-6e, potentially aligning with its existing crossover naming convention.
The loophole In-N-Out uses to stop copycats in other countries
In-N-Out's Paris pop-up sold out quickly, illustrating its global appeal and also showcasing a strategic approach to trademark protection.
Formula 1 Lawyers Are Super Busy Right Now Because They Don't Understand Modern Marketing
Formula 1 is gaining popularity in the U.S., especially among younger fans, partly due to a Netflix series.
The push to protect trademarks could hinder F1's growth and fan engagement.
Lucid's Midsize SUV: Everything We Know
Lucid's focus on new product offerings, like the Gravity SUV and a lower-priced vehicle, is aimed at improving financial performance.
Oakland Airport to be renamed San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport' after commission vote
The Metropolitan Oakland International Airport will be renamed to the San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, emphasizing the airport's location and convenience.