Taylor Swift uses the likelihood of confusion principle to defend her trade mark

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Taylor Swift uses the likelihood of confusion principle to defend her trade mark

Taylor Swift uses the likelihood of confusion principle to defend her trade mark

Cathay Home Inc, a supplier of bedding and home goods, has withdrawn its US trade mark application for “Swift Home” following an opposition filled by Taylor Swift’s legal team.

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Patentability in the Age of AI: The Supreme Court hits “reset” in the Emotional Perception AI case

Patentability in the Age of AI: The Supreme Court hits “reset” in the Emotional Perception AI case

The Supreme Court has ruled on the patentability of a computer related invention for the first time in Emotional Perception AI Ltd v Comptroller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks, thereby reshaping the UK’s approach to computer inventions.

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The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025: What will the soft opt-in rule mean for charities?

The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025: What will the soft opt-in rule mean for charities?

The Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUAA) introduces a welcome reform that will reshape how charities manage their marketing communications and uphold data protection rules.

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Cole Palmer illustrates how varied trade mark applications can be

Cole Palmer illustrates how varied trade mark applications can be

The footballer’s successful registration of trade marks to protect his identity from unauthorised use is a reminder of how valuable “assets” can be protected.

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New CMA powers target online pricing: How should B2C businesses respond?

New CMA powers target online pricing: How should B2C businesses respond?

The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched its first investigations under the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCC) into the online pricing practices of eight companies, which includes driving schools, ticket resellers, homeware and appliance retailers and a gym.

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Changes to comparable trade marks from 1 January 2026

Changes to comparable trade marks from 1 January 2026

From 1 January 2026, owners of comparable trade marks will no longer be able to rely on use of the trade mark in the EU to defend their rights in the UK.

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How is the law around consumer subscription contracts going to change?

How is the law around consumer subscription contracts going to change?

With major reforms to consumer subscription contracts on the horizon under the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCCA), businesses must prepare to adapt their processes and documentation to meet the new requirements ahead of the expected implementation in Autumn 2026.

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UK importers can be liable for IP infringement by overseas suppliers

UK importers can be liable for IP infringement by overseas suppliers

A recent case in which the High Court found a UK company liable for copyright infringement and passing off after distributing wine bottles featuring labels supplied by an Argentinian winery acts a salutary lesson for all UK importers

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Navigating Whistleblowing Obligations as an In-House Solicitor

Navigating Whistleblowing Obligations as an In-House Solicitor

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Trade Marks: When does similarity cause confusion?

Trade Marks: When does similarity cause confusion?

We take a look at a couple of trade mark decisions involving large sportswear brands Adidas and Umbro which help to clarify when similarity causes confusion in the eyes of the consumers.

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The UK Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 – What Your Business Needs to Know

The UK Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 – What Your Business Needs to Know

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Court of Appeal provides reminder on rules for Contract Formation in FIFA Club World Cup Broadcasting Dispute

Court of Appeal provides reminder on rules for Contract Formation in FIFA Club World Cup Broadcasting Dispute

The Court of Appeal has recently held in DAZN Limited v Coupang Corp [2025] EWCA Civ 1083 that a binding contract had been formed between DAZN and Coupang for the sub-licencing of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 broadcasting rights through informal messages exchanged via emails and WhatsApp, even though no formal contract had been signed.

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