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AI
X owner says Sam Altman’s company engaged in deceit of “Shakespearean proportions” | High-profile copyright and entertainment lawyer representing Musk in new complaint 8 August 2024
Trademarks
The suit against the drinks maker highlights the US Olympic & Paralympic Committee’s robust enforcement programme, says Morgan Smith of Finnegan. 8 August 2024
Trademarks
Appeals court reverses the TTAB’s decision, siding with the cognac industry trade group | Ruling gives cognac trade group chance to block record label’s attempt to trademark cognac | Court sets new standards for evaluating the fame of certification marks and clarifies protection. 7 August 2024
Patents
District court partially grants Ultrahuman Healthcare's motion to stay patent litigation with Oura Health, pending an ITC investigation | Court's order pauses several patent claims | Decision allows Oura's copyright allegations to proceed independently. 7 August 2024
Future of IP
Should the fashion brand’s fraught litigation history scupper its plans to list in London, or does it present new opportunities–even for rights owners? Muireann Bolger finds out more. 7 August 2024
Trade secrets
Software company takes aim at Appian’s “redundant discovery requests” as pair gear up for new trial following overturned $2bn verdict | Appian faces “tougher case” before a new jury amid scrutiny of legal requirements relating to damages | Reversed verdict had “structural integrity of a skyscraper of cards”. 6 August 2024
Future of IP
Chinese, US and Taiwanese companies take pole position in list of innovators to watch in 2025 and beyond | Two European countries emerge as innovation players. 5 August 2024
Patents
IP in Tanzania is dynamic and evolving but more effort is required to leap a number of significant hurdles, says Inês Sequeira of Inventa. 5 August 2024
Trade secrets
Startup files motion to dismiss insurance giant’s lawsuit | Motion argues claims should be barred due to AIG’s earlier dismissal of similar charges against former executives | Dellwood said AIG’s lawsuit is flawed and should be dismissed with prejudice. 5 August 2024
Copyright
Report on digital replicas released on same day as NO FAKES Act | Office called for urgent nationwide protection against range of harms caused by unauthorised reproduction of likeness. 2 August 2024
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