USPTO Adds Design Search Codes for Sound and Motion Trademarks
The USPTO recently updated its Design Search Code Manual to include codes for sound and motion marks. These updates make it easier for applicants to search for existing marks that…
Getty v. Stability AI: A Win for AI—But Don’t Pop the Champagne Yet
The UK High Court has finally weighed in on generative AI and copyright, and if you’re an AI developer, the decision probably felt like a sigh of relief. If you’re…
Good News – Chinese Trademark Office Starting to Enforce Against Squatters
Surge in Trademark Squatting After the Tokyo Olympics In the wake of Chinese athletes’ excellent performance at the Tokyo Olympic Games, trademark squatting surged. Applicants attempted to exploit athletes’ names…
New Trademark and TTAB Fee Schedule Effective January 2, 2021
Several trademark fees have increased starting January 2nd. The most notable fee increases are: (1) TEAS standard filing fee is increased from $275 to $350, (2) Combined §8 and §15 declarations from…