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"Fruchtmonster" Partially Defeated By Opposition From The Trademark "MONSTER"

The IPI finds a likelihood of confusion between "Fruchtmonster" and "MONSTER" and emphasizes the protection of distinctive brand elements for mass-market goods as well as the high bar for proving brand recognition.

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No Likelihood Of Confusion Due To Limited Scope Of Protection For The Sign "One"

In its decision of April 17, 2025 (B-6194/2024), the Swiss Federal Administrative Court (BVGer) ruled in appeal proceedings (following the IPI's opposition decision) between CyOne Security AG and VERMOP...

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MME

Likelihood Of Confusion Between INSTAGRAM And WEDGRAM

The IPI confirms a likelihood of confusion between "WEDGRAM" and "INSTAGRAM" and clarifies the protection of well-known brand elements and the requirements for dilution.

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MME

"Rynkeby (Fig.)": FAC Overturns Trademark Refusal – Key Clarification On The Legibility Of Word Elements In Figurative Marks

Sharp images, strong marks: Court clarifies that primary reference should be made to the publication in the WIPO Gazette when assessing an international registrations.

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MME

Swiss Media To Gain Copyright Fees

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MME

Swiss Patent Applications Reach Record High In 2024

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MME

Trademarks Comparative Guide

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Da Vinci Partners LLC

Secrets d'Affaires: Evolutions Récentes et Enjeux Actuels

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Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd

Geschäftsgeheimnisse: Neue Entwicklungen Und Herausforderungen

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Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd

Trade Secrets: New Developments And Challenges

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Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd

[Blog] Une nouvelle coopération entre la Suisse et le Maroc pour l'innovation

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Novagraaf Group

The Psychology Behind Brand Loyalty: Why We Love Certain Trademarks

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Vischer AG

Learning From Trademark Refusals And Conflicts

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Vischer AG

[Blog] L'INPI sort son classement des déposants brevets pour 2024

European Union IP

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Novagraaf Group

Hiring In Switzerland: Social Security, Payroll And Related Employer Obligations

Worldwide Commercial

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Dixcart Group Limited

NEWSLETTER Du 12 Mai Au 23 Mai 2025 | N° 105

Switzerland Criminal

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Monfrini Bitton Klein

NEWSLETTER Du 14 Avril Au 9 Mai 2025 | N° 104

Switzerland Criminal

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Monfrini Bitton Klein

Automatic Exchange Of Information On Crypto-Assets

Switzerland Technology

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MME

Relocating From The UK, The USA Or Other Third Countries: Switzerland Vs. Italy. A Comparative Guide To Lump-Sum Tax Regimes

European Union Tax

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Altenburger

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Copyright

Swiss Media To Gain Copyright Fees

Federal Council adopts dispatch on amendment to Copyright Act; AI training remains un-regulated amid ongoing debates.

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MME

MME Legal Services Relating To The Use Of Artificial Intelligence

The use of artificial intelligence is a value driver for our clients. However, the use of AI is also associated with legal risks. MME has developed a systematic approach how to assist our clients to assure compliance.

Switzerland Technology

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MME

Droit d'auteur et intelligence artificielle (IA) générative : l'approche suisse

Les systèmes d'IA générative sont souvent entraînés avec des œuvres protégées. En parallèle, ils sont utilisés pour produire des contenus (images, textes, musique, vidéos).

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Novagraaf Group

Copyright Protection And Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI): The Swiss Approach

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Novagraaf Group

[Blog] Accord Suisse-Inde : Un Renforcement de la Propriété Intellectuelle

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Novagraaf Group

The First Draft General-Purpose AI Code Of Practice: Transparency And Acceptable Use Policies

European Union Technology

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Logan & Partners

Navigating AI With Pestalozzi – Part 5: Intellectual Property

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Pestalozzi Attorneys at Law

Swiss Court Rejects FIFA's Bid To Remove Offensive Google Search Results

Switzerland Media & IT

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Lenz & Staehelin

CONVINUS Global Mobility Alert - Week 28.2024

Worldwide Immigration

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CONVINUS

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Patent

Swiss Patent Applications Reach Record High In 2024

Swiss patent filings reach record high in 2024, highlighting the country's innovation strength.

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MME

[Blog] L'INPI sort son classement des déposants brevets pour 2024

Le 24 mars 2025, l'INPI a publié le « top 50 » des déposants de brevets pour 2024, en fonction du nombre de demandes publiées.

European Union IP

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Novagraaf Group

[Blog] Accord Suisse-Inde : Un Renforcement de la Propriété Intellectuelle

Le 20 mars 2025, la Suisse a ratifié l'accord de libre-échange avec l'Inde, après 16 ans de négociations. Ce pacte, signé dans le cadre de l'Association Européenne de Libre-Échange...

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Novagraaf Group

OAPI Participates In The Sixth Session Of The Working Group On The Lisbon System

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Adams & Adams

[Blog] L'OEB lance un projet pilote pour la délivrance électronique des documents de priorité

NG

Novagraaf Group

Prima Gli USA, Poi Il Segreto

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Da Vinci Partners LLC

L'importanza Del Primo Deposito Negli USA

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Da Vinci Partners LLC

Gli Usa Tengono La Bocca Chiusa In Materia Di Brevetti

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Da Vinci Partners LLC

[Blog] Réforme Suisse Des Brevets : Adaptation Et Simplification Du Système

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Novagraaf Group

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Trademark

"Fruchtmonster" Partially Defeated By Opposition From The Trademark "MONSTER"

The IPI finds a likelihood of confusion between "Fruchtmonster" and "MONSTER" and emphasizes the protection of distinctive brand elements for mass-market goods as well as the high bar for proving brand recognition.

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MME

No Likelihood Of Confusion Due To Limited Scope Of Protection For The Sign "One"

In its decision of April 17, 2025 (B-6194/2024), the Swiss Federal Administrative Court (BVGer) ruled in appeal proceedings (following the IPI's opposition decision) between CyOne Security AG and VERMOP...

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MME

Likelihood Of Confusion Between INSTAGRAM And WEDGRAM

The IPI confirms a likelihood of confusion between "WEDGRAM" and "INSTAGRAM" and clarifies the protection of well-known brand elements and the requirements for dilution.

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MME

"Rynkeby (Fig.)": FAC Overturns Trademark Refusal – Key Clarification On The Legibility Of Word Elements In Figurative Marks

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MME

Trademarks Comparative Guide

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Da Vinci Partners LLC

[Blog] Une nouvelle coopération entre la Suisse et le Maroc pour l'innovation

NG

Novagraaf Group

The Psychology Behind Brand Loyalty: Why We Love Certain Trademarks

VA

Vischer AG

Learning From Trademark Refusals And Conflicts

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Vischer AG

OAPI Participates In The Sixth Session Of The Working Group On The Lisbon System

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Adams & Adams

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Latest Videos

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Logan & Partners

Bernie Learns The Basics Of Software Copyright (Video)

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Logan & Partners

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Logan & Partners

Bernie Amarillo And The Do's And Don'ts Of Software Licensing (Video)

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Logan & Partners

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