Obelix, Weapons, and Trademark : The EU General Court Overturns the EUIPO's Decision.
The EU General Court has reaffirmed that well-known trademarks protection beyond the likelihood of confusion. Reputation itself is a valuable asset and may prevent the use of identical signs even in entirely different markets.
Prince’s Heirs vs. Apollonia: When a Trademark Artistic Identity
The settlement between Prince’s heirs and Apollonia highlights a recurring issue in entertainment : when a stage name both a trademark an element of personal identity, exclusive rights must be balanced against personality rights.
Who really owns AI-generated content?
Artificial intelligence can generate valuable content, but not always rights that are legally enforceable. As the use of AI grows, ownership, copyright contractual risks are becoming key issues for every business.
From Digital Identity to Business. Eidas .0 Opens New Paths for Companies
The new eIDAS implementing regulations lay the technical groundwork for the European Digital Identity Wallet. They open up new opportunities for businesses while establishing a common framework for secure digital identity, verifiable credentials, and cross-border interoperability.
Trademark and Licensee Rights: Insights the U.S. Polo Association Ruling.
A recent decision by the Venice Court clarifies two key principles of trademark : the limits of a licensee’s right to sue and the criteria for assessing the likelihood of confusion. The ruling confirms that trademark depends on a comprehensive assessment of distinctiveness, not on superficial similarities alone.