Intellectual property
Bayerische Motoren Werke (BMW) has recently found out in the Czech Republic that even the most famous trademarks (international and EU trademarks) in the automotive industry do not enjoy absolute protection. In fact, the Czech courts ruled against BMW in a dispute with an independent specialised dea
An unwanted change to smart contracts?
The European Parliament has adopted a proposal for the Data Act which aims to harmonise rules on fair access to data, promote competition and stipulate conditions for the use of data, in particular with regard to data obtained by means of products connected to the Internet of Things (IoT). An overwh
What are the changes brought about by the forthcoming design protection reform in Europe?
The European Commission has submitted to the European Parliament and the Council proposals to reform both the EU and national design protection legislation. The proposals submitted by the European Commission aim to modernise the current European legal framework for designs and increase the harmonisa
Trademarks and protection of cultural heritage – a conflict of legally protected interests
Mona Lisa, Girl with a Pearl Earring, Discobolus, or David. All these famous works of art have a lot in common – they are popular, their authors passed away centuries ago and the works can undoubtedly be classified as the world’s cultural heritage. But can they be used in the form of trademarks?
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