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IP UNFOLD - Weekly IP Info Dec 29 - Jan 4, 2025

IP UNFOLD -    Weekly IP Info    1) Should Gukesh Dommaraju register his name as a trademark? World Chess Champion Gukesh Dommaraju should consider trademarking his name and likeness, says legal expert Raghav Malik. With rising fame after his 2024 World Championship win, he risks unauthorized use by brands, similar to what Indian athlete PV Sindhu faced. Registering trademarks or securing image rights could protect his brand value and prevent misuse.   2)   KIPO warns Indonesian “Korean Ramyeon” commercial with NewJeans might deceive customers KIPO raises concerns over Indomie’s "Korean Ramyeon" product, fearing it may mislead consumers into thinking it's Korean-made. The product, endorsed by K-pop group NewJeans, has gained viral attention, prompting discussions about potential intellectual property issues. 3) Uzbekistan joins the Hague System Uzbekistan joins the Hague System, expanding WIPO’s global design coverage to 98 countries. Effective January ...

IP UNFOLD - Weekly IP Info DECEMBER 8-14, 2024

 

IP UNFOLD -  Weekly IP Info 


1. ANI Sues OpenAI for Copyright Infringement

The Indian news agency ANI has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, accusing the AI company of using its articles without permission to train ChatGPT. The case is set to be heard by the Delhi High Court in January 2025.


2. UAE Sees Significant Growth in IP Registrations

The UAE has witnessed a notable increase in intellectual property registrations in 2024. Trademark filings have surged by 39%, while overall IP registrations rose by 34.3%. This rise highlights the country’s strong focus on innovation and economic development.


 3. Myanmar Issues First Trademark Certificates Under New Law

Myanmar’s Intellectual Property Department has issued the first trademark registration certificates under its new 2019 Trademark Law. The move strengthens legal protections for trademark owners, with the system encouraging early registration for greater rights.


 4. US Motion Picture Association Calls for Clarity in Singapore's Copyright Rules


            

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The U.S. Motion Picture Association has called for clearer copyright guidelines in Singapore, particularly concerning data mining exceptions for AI companies. The group urges the country to introduce an opt-out mechanism for copyright holders, warning that current rules may allow AI to use copyrighted works without compensation.