European Union: Trademark

Explore the evolving intersection of artificial intelligence and intellectual property law through recent European court decisions, Italian legislative developments, and regulatory frameworks governing AI-generated content, trade secrets, and copyright protection. How are courts and lawmakers adapting traditional IP principles to address the challenges posed by generative AI and digital innovation?

The Court of Justice of the European Union applies a rigorous standard when evaluating urgency in applications for provisional measures, requiring applicants to demonstrate immediate and irreparable harm. This strict interpretation shapes the strategic considerations for parties seeking interim relief in EU intellectual property disputes. Understanding these procedural requirements is essential for effectively navigating emergency applications before European courts.

Political parties often borrow the familiarity of well-known trademarks to make a message more recognisable. But when does that use fall under freedom of expression, and when does it amount to taking unfair advantage of another's reputation?

À l’occasion de la Journée internationale de la jeunesse (célébrée le 12 août dernier), l’Office européen des brevets (OEB) a lancé « Inventions for Impact »...

El Abogado General del Tribunal de Justicia ha emitido conclusiones sobre un caso español que examina si un demandado puede presentar una solicitud de nulidad de marca ante la EUIPO...

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The Court of Justice of the European Union has delivered a landmark ruling on whether political parties may invoke freedom of expression to justify using reputed trademarks in their campaigns. When Belgian political party Vlaams Belang adopted the IKEA trademark for its immigration reform programme, Inter IKEA Systems challenged the use, forcing European courts to balance intellectual property rights against fundamental freedoms. The judgment establishes a nuanced framework requiring case-by-case assessment

De naam, het portret en de online zichtbaarheid van een sporter kunnen een grote commerciële waarde vertegenwoordigen. Maar wie mag dat beeld gebruiken, voor welke doeleinden en hoelang? En wat gebeurt er wanneer afspraken met een persoonlijke sponsor botsen met verplichtingen tegenover een club of sportbond?

European sanctions against Russia now extend to trademark filings at France's INPI, creating new compliance requirements and restrictions for intellectual property practitioners and businesses operating in affected jurisdictions. Understanding these regulatory changes is essential for managing trademark portfolios and ensuring compliance with evolving sanctions regimes.