A geographical indication (GI) is a type of intellectual property right used to protect qualities or characteristics of products that denote a
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In an era where sustainability and environmental consciousness are increasingly critical to consumers, companies are leveraging IP to innovate, protect, and promote
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In the highly competitive fashion industry, protecting the uniqueness of a fashion brand and its products from pressure and copycatting by competitors
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In 2019, the EUIPO’s Cancellation Division raised some eyebrows in the trade marks world when they revoked in full the BIG MAC
It has been almost exactly five years since the legendary sprinter Usain Bolt last took to the track: in fact, I was