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Copyright concerns prompt UK competition investigation into Meta
The UK Competition and Markets Authority has opened an investigation into Meta’s commercial terms after news publishers raised concerns about its web scraping provisions.
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FIFA World Cup playbook; USPTO anti-fraud efforts; TESLA bad-faith win; and more
Your Sunday recap of the week’s biggest developments in trademark and brand protection.
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What is your IP firm doing in your name?
This week’s Opinion Column argues that clients should be asking their IP firms much harder questions about compliance, particularly before giving them a power of attorney to act in a high-risk jurisdiction.
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UKIPO calls on brands to share intelligence as dangerous beauty fakes surge online
Speaking to WTR about its new Face the Fakes campaign, the UKIPO’s head of enforcement engagement highlights brand owners’ ability to strengthen intelligence-led action.
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China trade secret proposals could put market access at risk for foreign companies
China’s proposed regime would turn some trade secret disputes into national-interest matters, potentially exposing multinationals to sweeping commercial restrictions.
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Over 100 EU designs filed using video and 3D models since reform
Early use of the EUIPO’s video and 3D filing formats points to new ways for applicants to present designs more comprehensively without narrowing their legal protection.
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The evidentiary standard for UDRP diligence: how panellists evaluate notice, wilful blindness and RDNH in 2026
From misreading WHOIS data to overlooking acquisition dates, weak pre-filing diligence can derail an otherwise compelling UDRP claim. Recent decisions show what trademark owners must establish before taking action.
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AI policy watch: need-to-know updates from October 2026
This month, industry groups express concerns that Australia may be backtracking on its copyright promises, Denmark reintroduces digital replicas legislation, and the UK creative industries minister recommits to four AI workstreams.
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USPTO beats trademark pendency targets despite 10% rise in filings
AI is set to play a bigger role in trademark examination, quality review and fraud detection as the USPTO targets further efficiency gains.
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MMAS enforcement campaign tests copyright, trade secret licensing model
Dozens of US lawsuits show the potential of combining copyright and trade secret claims to police licensed assets, but a long-running ownership dispute demonstrates why layering rights does not guarantee enforceability.
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USPTO eyes new portal and earlier intervention as trademark fraud evolves
Acting commissioner for trademarks Dan Vavonese reveals the USPTO is exploring secure communications, AI tools and earlier intervention as trademark fraud grows more sophisticated.
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TESLA invalidation offers “playbook” for challenging bad-faith filings, says local counsel
The EUIPO decision reveals the combination of circumstantial evidence that can turn suspicions of bad faith into a successful invalidation.
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A US brand's guide to Black Friday impersonation
Black Friday in the United States packs more shopping, promotions and ad spend into a few days than any other stretch of the retail calendar. Impersonators follow that attention, borrowing a brand's name, logo and product photos to run fake storefronts, fraudulent ads and…
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Registration of trademarks containing the raki geographical indication as Court of Cassation quashes Court of Appeal judgment
TÜRKPATENT adopts a specific approach to GIs consisting solely of a product name, such as raki, which is an anise-flavoured distilled alcoholic beverage specific to Türkiye. However, the Ankara Regional Court of Appeal upheld a recent Court of Cassation ruling that reached a…
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Nominations now open for the 20th WTR Industry Awards
Act now to ensure that industry-leading corporate trademark teams receive the recognition their work deserves.
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Why the Protect College Sports Act could make college athlete NIL endorsement deals riskier for brands
If the US Protect College Sports Act crosses the finish line, brands signing sponsorship deals with student athletes may want to consider a new game plan.
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Amazon copyright case shines light on ‘Merch on Demand’ liability
Apparel company counsel says Amazon facing trial over alleged infringement on its print-on-demand service could serve as a “big deterrent” to other platforms.
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Temu action plan targets illegal goods after €200m DSA fine
The European Commission has accepted an action plan proposed by Temu to remedy its earlier breach of the Digital Services Act, with recommender systems, content moderation and seller manipulation under scrutiny.
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Local realities must shape global strategies, says FIFA World Cup brand chief
FIFA’s director of brand protection at the 2026 World Cup reveals the behind-the-scenes realities of a cross-border tournament at WTR Live.
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ICANN87: tougher domain verification and AI scrutiny among brand protection takeaways
The latest ICANN meeting highlighted both emerging risks for rights holders and possible improvements to the domain enforcement landscape.