IP Round-Up: Copyright Resilience, AI Ethics, Google vs Sonos, and More
Each week, we spotlight key developments shaping the world of intellectual property, innovation, and policy. This edition offers a compelling mix—from the fallout of AI voice replication controversies to court decisions that could redefine contract enforcement and patent validity. 🎤 AI Voice vs Celebrity Identity: OpenAI Pulls ChatGPT Voice Amid Scarlett Johansson Controversy One of […]
Trademark Use: Lessons from the McDonald’s vs. Supermac’s Ruling
The European Court of Justice (ECJ) recently ruled against McDonald’s in a landmark trademark case, revoking its exclusive rights over the “Big Mac” trademark for chicken sandwiches and poultry products within the EU. This follows a revocation application filed by Irish fast-food chain Supermac’s, which challenged McDonald’s claim over the mark for products beyond its […]