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27/01/26

26/01/26

Australia has adopted the new 13th Edition, effective 7 January 2026. However, the Trade Mark Office (“TMO”) has not yet issued guidance on how existing trade mark applications will be handled. Further updates are expected.


07/10/25

BBB Scam Alert: Beware of Halloween Costume “Deals” that are all Tricks, no Treats

European Union

Intellectual Property and antitrust in European Union

United Kingdom

 Fashionably IP Podcast – Episodes 41-50 – Exploring Hot Topics In The World Of Fashion And Intellectual Property

Episodes 41-50 of the Fashionably IP Podcast where we will be looking at important hot topics in the world of fashion and intellectual property

 SUPERCOOL: A UK – New Zealand Partnership For Net-zero Aviation 

 Copyrights

Digital IP Protection: Why It Matters in 2025,

Precise IP

In today’s world, almost every business has gone digital. From startups sharing innovative ideas online to global brands selling products across…

Trademark Case Examples

07/10/25

Maggi vs Maggisun: Delhi HC closes trademark
infringement
suit after Nestle settles case …

HC ends Maggi trademark case as
utensil maker agrees to drop ‘Maggisun’

Delhi High Court Closes Maggi’s Trademark
Infringement
Suit After Utensils Manufacturer …

Nestlé wins Maggi trademark
battle as court backs settlement with utensil firm – CNBC TV18

 Court cancels 75-Year-Old TRIUMPH Trademark
for Non-Use in Favor of Triumph Motorcycles

 Court Says UGG Classic Boot Designs
Are Too Generic in Quince Dupes Dispute

 

 

Aussie cinnamon scroll baker in
battle of the buns with US chain – The Australian

 

20/8/25

CSIRO’s
Kick-Start program helps Australian start-ups and small businesses
overcome barriers as they explore Research and Development (R&D)
activities.
  

IP Australia resources to support collaboration

If you’re bringing IP into a collaboration, consider a non-disclosure agreement

(NDA). An NDA, or confidentiality agreement can be effective in
protecting your unique idea.

Use the free NDA contract generator available on the IP Australia website (www.ipaustralia.gov.au) to help get your collaboration process underway.