JPO cancelled “UMBROID” due to a likelihood of confusion with an English sporting goods brand “Umbro”
The Opposition Board of Japan Paten…
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“AI inside” is unlikely to be associated with INTEL
In a recent decision, the Oppositio…
Apple failed to block Swatch’s attempt to acquire the trademark for Steve Jobs’ catchphrase ‘one more thing’
The Swiss watchmaker Swatch’s…
How to search for well-known marks in Japan
In Japan, the trademark law allows …
“F1 HEATER” was cancelled due to a likelihood of confusion with “F1” when used on electric heaters
The Opposition Board of Japan Paten…
JPO concluded a famous smart phone cover glass brand “Gorilla Glass” is unlikely to cause confusion with “2.5D Gorilla Glass 3” when used on bracelets, personal ornaments, and jewelery
In a trademark opposition between C…
JPO decided trademark “WHITNEY HOUSTON” is descriptive when used on music recordings
In a recent appeal decision, the Ja…
American heavy metal band, METALLICA failed in an opposition against trademark METALICA
In a recent Japan trademark opposit…
TM Cancellation – Violation of public order based on high levels of consumer recognition in China
In an opposition claimed by Advance…
Famous sportswear brand “PUMA” unsuccessful in setting aside registration of “KUMA” mark
In a recent Japan trademark opposit…