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The FFF successfully opposed an EU rooster trademark similar to its distinctive logo. Find out more about the EUIPO rooster trademark dispute.

The UK Intellectual Property Office has updated its customer service standards. Discover how to file a UKIPO trademark and navigate the backlog effectively.

WHOIS vs RDAP: The ICANN RDAP protocol has become the official source for accessing data for generic TLDs, replacing the now obsolete ICANN WHOIS service.

The recent dispute over the Chanel trademark N°5 raises the question of whether you can trademark a number in the EU. Read our analysis of numeric trademarks.

Our latest white paper explores the strategic importance of domain names and provides practical approaches for mitigating risks and maximising value.

Watch an exclusive webinar where our experts Alissia Shchichka and Marc-Emmanuel Mellet will guide you through best practices for managing and defending your domain portfolio.

The EU patent system has changed! We explain how to select the optimal European patent protection strategy for your market needs, budget and business objectives.

The Thatchers Cider company has successfully challenged Aldi’s lookalike Taurus Cider in the UK. Discover the background to the high-profile trademark dispute.

Learn the risks of trademark dilution and what you should do to avoid your brand becoming a genericised trademark (generic term) from a trademark consultant.

Trademark distinctiveness is vital for all types of trademarks in the EU but, as the Chiquita case shows, it can be even harder for non-traditional marks.

Download our strategic guide to European patent strategies, from the Unitary Patent to national validations and a mixed approach.

Discover the latest trademark UK news. Find out what the recent SkyKick ruling means for holders of broad trademark rights in the United Kingdom and European Union.

What happens if you use a trademark in a virtual, rather than a real-world environment? We examine the practical guidelines released in 2024 by the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property.

Recent UK court decisions – SkyKick and Adidas – are raising critical questions about trademark strategy. This on-demand webinar explores the implications.

What is trademark reputation? Read our article on Louis Vuitton’s successful opposition against the ‘XL Sporting’ EU trademark application to find out.

Does the use of a fictitious date constitute a deceptive trademark in the EU? This is the question currently before the CJEU. Read our article to find out more.

Find out more about prior art and freedom to operate (FTO) searching, two types of patent searches with distinct objectives at different phases of innovation.

Discover what Iceland’s application to register ‘King Prawn Ring’ reveals about UK trademark requirements and the ‘dos’ and ‘don’ts’ of IP registration in the UK.

Are intellectual property and traditional knowledge friends or foes? Discover the IP mechanisms that protect folklore and indigenous knowledge this Halloween.

Register below for our on-demand webinar to hear Novagraaf and Questel experts share essential strategies to protect your creative ideas.