All articles tagged with #trademark
Omar Terywall's company, Cambridge Rowing Limited, is in a legal dispute with the University of Cambridge over the trademark of the name 'Cambridge,' with the university opposing the registration of the company's logo and name, citing protection of its reputation and trademarks, leading to concerns of bullying and a significant legal challenge for the small business.
Nintendo has trademarked The Legend of Zelda Tri Force Heroes and Mario Tennis Ultra Smash, likely as a routine renewal, but fans hope for new developments, especially with anniversary celebrations for both franchises.
Nintendo has filed a new trademark for 'Virtual Console,' but this likely doesn't indicate an imminent return of the service, as it appears to be a protective measure rather than a sign of new content, especially given Nintendo's focus on Switch Online.
Bill Belichick's attempt to trademark four phrases related to his coaching has been denied by the USPTO because the Patriots own similar trademarks, highlighting ongoing tensions between Belichick and the team.
Bill Belichick's attempt to trademark four phrases related to his coaching style was rejected by the USPTO due to confusion with existing Patriots trademarks, and adding 'Bill's Version' did not circumvent the issue, similar to Taylor Swift's re-recording strategy. Belichick has three months to appeal.
Jordon Hudson, Bill Belichick's girlfriend, has filed a trademark application for the phrase 'Gold Digger' on jewelry and keychains, seemingly embracing the criticism about their age gap and her role in his life, while also asserting her business presence.
Apollonia (Patty Kotero), known for her role in 'Purple Rain,' has filed a lawsuit against Prince's estate, claiming they improperly attempted to claim ownership of her 'Apollonia' trademark, which she has used for over 40 years. She asserts her rights to the name and accuses the estate of bad-faith legal actions to seize her brand and identity, despite Prince's prior support for her use of the name.
Apollonia Kotero, co-star of Prince in 'Purple Rain,' has sued Prince's estate, claiming they are trying to steal her name through bad faith trademark proceedings and asserting her exclusive rights to the 'Apollonia' name, which she has used professionally for decades. She argues that Prince never objected to her using the name and that the estate's claims are legally unfounded, seeking a court declaration of her ownership.
A trademark filing suggests that Game Science may reveal a new title, 'Black Myth: Zhongkui,' at Gamescom 2025, hinting at a possible new game or DLC in the Black Myth series inspired by Chinese mythology, with official confirmation expected soon.
Apple has sued Apple Cinemas for trademark infringement, claiming the theater chain's use of the 'Apple' name causes confusion and dilutes its brand, especially as the cinema chain plans to expand nationwide near Apple locations. The lawsuit seeks to stop the use of the name, damages, and rebranding, highlighting the importance of brand protection across industries.
Tiah McCreary repossessed her Kia after the dealership failed to renew its business registration, then registered the dealership's name herself and sued for rights to it, with the appeals court ruling she can pursue her claim separately from her car dispute, highlighting the importance of business registration and legal awareness for consumers and businesses alike.
Bungie abandoned its trademark application for 'Traxus' after legal opposition from RC car maker Traxxas, which claimed the name was too similar to its own brand. The case was settled with Bungie and Traxxas filing mutual consent to dismiss the opposition, and Bungie officially withdrew the trademark application. The development of Bungie's Marathon game continues, but no new release date has been announced.
Pebble watches are officially returning with their original name after the company recovered the trademark, marking a sentimental and strategic revival of the iconic smartwatch brand, supported by its dedicated community and the open-sourcing of its software.
The Pebble brand is officially returning with new smartwatches now called Pebble 2 Duo and Pebble Time 2*, after the founder regained the trademark. The company, still named Core Devices, is shipping early units and updating the Pebble app, with delays in mass production due to improvements in water resistance. The new devices mark a revival of the iconic smartwatch brand.
JPMorgan has filed a trademark application for 'JPMD' that covers a range of crypto-related services, including digital asset trading and payment processing, hinting at potential stablecoin development amid ongoing US regulatory discussions and industry speculation.