“AI inside” is unlikely to be associated with INTEL
In a recent decision, the Oppositio…
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Apple failed to block Swatch’s attempt to acquire the trademark for Steve Jobs’ catchphrase ‘one more thing’
The Swiss watchmaker Swatch’s…
“F1 HEATER” was cancelled due to a likelihood of confusion with “F1” when used on electric heaters
The Opposition Board of Japan Paten…
IP High Court ruled trademark “SeaGull-LC” is deemed similar to “SEAGULL”
In a dispute regarding similarity b…
JPO decided trademark “WHITNEY HOUSTON” is descriptive when used on music recordings
In a recent appeal decision, the Ja…
“MAMAS & PAPAS” failed in an opposition to invalidate trademark registration for the mark “PAPA’S&MAMA’S”.
The Opposition Board of Japan Paten…
Consumers are unlikely to confuse or associate the mark “GOTHAM CITY” with Batman’s place of residence and DC Comics when used on apparels, bags and fashion accessories
The Appeal Board of Japan Patent Of…
A word mark consisting of “Perfect” is deemed dissimilar to Spanish term “PERFECTO”
The Appeal Board of JPO (Japan Pate…
How to avoid mispronounced marks
Unique writing system of the Japane…