Afro-IP

Vans Aircraft the owner of the iconic RV single engine fleet of planes has filed for bankruptcy. Over 50years of IP valued at zero. Afro Leo asks why? afro-ip.blogspot.com/2024/03/vans-a…

Van's Aircraft is in a spot of bother, and it's IP too. afro-ip.blogspot.com/2024/03/vans-a… @DarrenTOlivier explains

When passions collide. @DarrenTOlivier finds a way to merge his passion for flying with a love for a IP. @AdamsAfrica

@sa_poptart I am very sorry to hear this. RIP Graeme

A logical decision from South Africa's Eastern Cape afro-ip.blogspot.com/2023/03/south-… @LegalExperts #passingoff

A useful summary of changes to US tm laws by @JonesDayPTAB @JonesDay 1) presumption or irreparable harm for infringement 2) more flexibility for examiners and 3) expedited cancellation procedures for fraudulent/deadwood registrations. jonesday.com/en/insights/20…

This is very encouraging and much needed. professional facilitation. will be watching with interest. businesslive.co.za/bd/companies/2… @Magda_Wierzycka @afroip @AdamsAdamslaw tx @MaraisJac

Kenya: Damning results of three-year #forensic #audit (2017-2019) of the operations of #copyright collecting societies: @TheMCSK + @priskkenya & @kampkenya. The regulator @KenyaCopyright demands #CMOs to respond within 7 days. #Fraud #Misappropriation #Negligence #IP #Copyright

Who is responsible for enforcement of copyright? The main responsibility for enforcement falls on the rights holder since copyright is a private right. However, collaboration between the rights holders and the law enforcement agencies like @PoliceKE @DCI_Kenya is important.

It's two months since the National Rights Registry (nrr.copyright.go.ke) was launched. The temporary waiver on copyright registration fee is about to lapse. Take advantage now and register your works for free. Make Hay when the sun shines.

How has COVID impacted copyright on education and libraries in SA? infojustice.org/archives/42517 #COVID19 #copyright

Registering your works is helpful if you ever want to enforce your rights in a legal suit. Copyright law protects literary, artistic, dramatic, and musical works, as well as sound recordings, videos and films. Register your works today and enjoy free registration.

Registration is NOW OPEN for INTA's 2020 Annual Meeting & Leadership Meeting in November! Learn more and register here: inta.org/2020annual

Mozambique recently acceded to the Banjul Protocol which will come into force on 15 August 2020. Did you know that #Mozambique also has an #IntellectualProperty Policy? Read about it here aripo.org/wp-content/upl…

One of the purposes of copyright is to create the conditions for creators to be able: to earn a living from their talent by getting a financial return on the time and energy they put into producing a work and being recognized as its author. Register now! nrr.copyright.go.ke

#Brands already need to begin thinking about tough choices for their businesses in a post-pandemic world. @campaignlive provides tips on how to adjust to a new era. ow.ly/kwfs50Ap1AC

Top Reasons to Register: New one-time special packages for 2020 Annual Meeting & Leadership Meeting. Bring your teams and enjoy one free registration for every three registrations for corporates, and one free for very five registrations for law firms. ow.ly/63mG50Ap28F

By specifically referencing #brands in songs, many recording artists find the shorthand they need to convey ideas, evoke emotions, and connect with their audiences. Read more about this in INTA Perspectives: inta.org/perspective/

The increased use of voice recognition technology could “limit the effectiveness of a brand as an identifier,” says a new article on @lexology. Read more on how artificial intelligence such as Amazon’s Alexa may impact trademark law. ow.ly/cme650Ap0PG