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Implementation of Article 26 and New Regulations Mark a Significant Shift in Turkey’s Trademark Revocation Process
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In a landmark ruling dated August 1, 2024, the Turkish Competition Authority (TCA) has ordered the withdrawal of a registered three-dimensional (3D) trademark and related design rights, finding that the right owner abused its dominant market position to exclude competitors. The decision, which also imposes monetary sa…
While 2025 did not bring sweeping legislative changes to Turkish intellectual property law, the year marked significant practical advancements. The administrative cancellation mechanism for trademarks became fully operational, and Turkish courts and authorities addressed key issues such as the intersection of IP and c…
The Turkish Court of Cassation has upheld the invalidation of a motor oil trademark found to closely resemble the globally recognized Monster Energy marks. The decision, now final, underscores the importance of holistic analysis in trademark disputes, considering not only the similarity of goods but also the use of co…
GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) has prevailed in a significant trademark dispute in Türkiye, where courts found that a third party acted in bad faith by registering the 'Clindoxyl' mark after GSK's original registration lapsed. The Turkish judiciary, including the Court of Cassation, confirmed the invalidation of the defendant'…
India's Intellectual Property (IP) filings rose by 44% in last 5 years, led by a 380% surge in Geographical Indications. Legal & Procedural Simplification of IP laws & rules E.g. Patent examination timeline reduced from 48 months to 31 months and mandatory e-submission for patent documents.
The Government of Ontario has announced an additional investment of up to $8 million through Intellectual Property Ontario (IPON), expanding support for intellectual property protection and commercialization at postsecondary institutions. The funding increases IPON’s total postsecondary investment to over $17.5 millio…