World Trademark Review

2 days ago | worldtrademarkreview.com | Victoria Arnold-Rees

Trademark professionals, applicants and government authorities face an ongoing and evolving threat: the surge of fraudulent schemes exploiting the complexity and value of trademark protection. WTR's new Special Report, "Beware bad actors: the fight against trademark fraud", shines a forensic light on the rise of trademark scams. As trademark filings grow globally, so too do the risks, with fraudsters capitalising on system loopholes and applicant inexperience.

2 days ago | worldtrademarkreview.com | Tim Lince |Victoria Arnold-Rees

WTR revisits an interview with a US attorney whose details had been used by scammers on cease-and-desist letters sent by a fake law firm. In July 2024, Kayla Jimenez, a San Diego-based partner at US IP Attorneys and an adjunct professor at the University of San Diego School of Law, was contacted by a member of the public claiming that she had emailed them a cease-and-desist letter.

2 days ago | worldtrademarkreview.com | Victoria Arnold-Rees

The international reach of trademark solicitation scams has led to reports of fraudulent activity across multiple jurisdictions. Register for free for limited access Register for free to receive our newsletter, view leading trademark professionals in WTR 1000 and gain limited access to subscriber content. Register now Subscribe to unlock unlimited access Get news, unique commentary, expert analysis and essential resources from the WTR experts. Subscribe now Already have access? Login below

5 days ago | worldtrademarkreview.com | Victoria Arnold-Rees

Everything we covered on WTR over the past seven days, and all you need to know from the world of trademarks to set yourself up for the start of another busy week. INTA Annual MeetingHeading to San Diego? The WTR team will be on the ground, so make sure you visit WTR’s Booth #1942 in the conference centre. Monday 5 MayWe examine a series of recent disputes in which brand owners successfully relied on the reputation of their marks to secure the win.

6 days ago | worldtrademarkreview.com | Victoria Arnold-Rees

Shutterstock/Aleksandar Todorovic IPBC Australasia returns to Melbourne in August with an even greater brand focus on this year’s editorially-led programme. This premier event at Sofitel Melbourne will bring together over 200 senior IP executives, policymakers and legal experts to unlock actionable insight to strengthen IP portfolios, safeguard brand assets and amplify IP value in Australasia’s rapidly evolving markets.