Tag: Trademark Law
Anya Hindmarch to deliver keynote speech at INTA’s London meeting
Fashion entrepreneur Dame Anya Hindmarch will deliver the opening ceremony keynote address at the INTA’s 148th Annual Meeting in London in May
Q&A: INTA’s Walter Chia discusses IP from APAC viewpoint
Walter Chia, the chief representative officer for Asia-Pacific at INTA, elaborates on factors shaping IP across the region
In the spotlight
Three INTA board members highlight AI branding, deepfakes and Asian enforcement reshaping trademark ownership, liability and protection
Taking TM’s measure
Trademark disputes, regulatory reforms and expansion pressures are forcing businesses to rethink brand protection
‘Family of marks’ doctrine in India
Family of marks doctrine under Indian law: Judicial origins, recognition criteria and infringement implications explained
Protection of non-traditional trademarks in China
In the era of sensory marketing, novel forms of trademarks such as three-dimensional shapes or sound cues prove increasingly relevant
Framing fame: Your name is not automatically yours to sell
Personal names as brands face trademark risks; early registration, clear rights and formal agreements protect entrepreneurs and celebrities from disputes
Simmons & Simmons brings in intellectual property partner
Simmons & Simmons has hired trademark lawyer Patsy Lau as a partner at its Hong Kong office, further strengthening its Asia
Dominancy test: A more robust standard in Philippine TM law
The Supreme Court now fully applies the dominancy test to determine confusing similarity in trademarks, focusing on the mark’s most striking features rather than its overall appearance
AI law harmonisation in the spotlight at AIPPI 2025
AIPPI returns to Japan 33 years after its Tokyo event, with over 2,700 participants gathering in Yokohama from September 13-16
KAnalysis opposes MS Dhoni’s ‘Captain Cool’ trademark bid
Dhoni’s “Captain Cool” trademark faces opposition over distinctiveness and procedural lapses
IP protection and corporate response to malicious litigation
Malicious IP litigation is disrupting fair competition in China, prompting corporations and regulators
Legal developments in trademark law
The latest in regulatory trends on brand protection in India, Indonesia, Russia and Taiwan
An analysis of trademark law in Indonesia
In Indonesia, the primary law on trademarks is Law No.20 of 2016 on Marks and Geographical Indications, known as the Trademark Law
New focus on global IP leadership
INTA 2025 president Elisabeth Bradley outlines her vision for global IP leadership
Sharing the load
In-house counsel roles vary by industry, but growing regulations and geopolitical shifts now bring a shared experience
Making marks
Reforms and upgrades to trademark and IP regulation around the world have continued apace
Economic reforms transform 含羞草社区 IP landscape
Economic reform drives IP transformation in brand creation, collaborations, tech transfers, and mergers & acquisitions
An analysis of trademark law in Indonesia
In Indonesia, the primary law on trademarks is Law No. 20 of 2016 on Marks and Geographical Indications, known as the Trademark Law
A quickstep guide to trademark law in Nigeria
Key laws regulating trademarks in Nigeria include the Trade Marks Act 1965, Trade Marks Regulations 1967, and LFN 2004 acts
How trademark law impacts Russian trade
Russian law covers all aspects of trademarks to make business convenient and enforce the business’ rights if needed
Taiwan’s patent, trademark figures show growth
In 2023, the Taiwan Intellectual Property Office (TIPO) received 72,607 patent applications
War of words: combatting trade infringement
In early 2016, the authors found 31 stores infringing on the trademarks of Subway, a client of the authors’ firm since 1998
Smart moves
With businesses besieged on multiple fronts, Chinese and international law firms offer tips for survival
A comparison of trademark law
Trademark laws are rapidly evolving to ensure businesses can maintain a competitive edge
The threshold of change
Big benefits from progressive IP protection but tech advances bring fresh challenges
Action against malicious TM applicants and agencies
The China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) rejected 482,000 bad faith trademark filings in 2021,?and made further efforts in 2022
Testing the wind
Law firms stress the importance of compliance and risk management for reshaping business























































































































