Nissan launched an advertisement on YouTube for the Nissan Qashqai with e-Power. The consumer sees images of a moving car with the text, "Who says you need a plug to drive electric? New Nissan Qashqai with e-Power. A unique electric experience, without a plug.
When Max Verstappen applies for the trademark MAX 1 for clothing, Nike objects based on its trademark AIR MAX. In the opposition proceedings, Nike wins. Max Verstappen did not appeal this. This is unfortunate, because there is much to be said against the ruling.
Famous artists, movie stars, athletes et cetera often register their names as trademarks. Not only for the services they provide under that name, but often also to start selling merchandise products. For example, almost every pop star now has their own clothing line or that person has licensed the name and/or image to another company.
Within three months, 34 domain names containing the ANWB brand were registered. In case of domain name infringement, there are two options to put a stop to this. Bringing a case to court or starting a simple administrative procedure at WIPO.
The ruling in Supermac's cancellation case against the Big Mac trademark shook trademark law in the European Union. McDonald's relied on its prior trademark Big Mac in the earlier opposition proceedings. Because this mark was older than 5 years, McDonald's had to submit genuine use. The EUIPO found this insufficient. Fortunately, McDonald's appealed and submitted additional evidence.
NFTs and the Metaverse are a hot topic at the moment. The main question is, should trademark owners now massively re-file all their trademarks to include these digital products and related services?
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Among others in this issue:
• EUIPO vs Mora TV: weigering geluidsmerk
• Jägermeister vs Alte Heiler: stop Russische copycat
• Stichting Nederlandse Top 40: gericht op Benelux?
• Tijdschrift HART vs Hermitage: soortgelijkheid
• Monique Granneman: nieuwe partner Abcor
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