Obelix, Weapons and Trademark Reputation: the EU General Court Overrules the EUIPO.
The EU General Court has reaffirmed that famous trademarks deserve 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.
Facial recognition and European law: what really changes for companies and creatives.
Facial recognition is no longer just a technological tool. Under the GDPR and the AI Act, it raises complex legal issues involving biometric data, governance, contractual risk, and regulatory compliance.
The “Simple” Photograph is no longer Simple: Seventy Years of Protection and a Shift in Perspective in Copyright Law
The extension of protection for simple photographs from twenty to seventy years reflects a fundamental shift in copyright law, recognising their lasting economic, documentary, and cultural value in the digital age.
The CJEU’s Mio/Konektra judgment and the future of Applied Art Copyright
The CJEU has confirmed that functional products may qualify for copyright protection where they reflect genuine creative choices. The Mio/Konektra judgment strengthens the protection of applied art across the European Union.