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EPO and Chinese IP office sign bilateral co-operation plan

The EPO and the China National Intellectual Property Administration have agreed on a co-operation programme for next year.

Amazon sued for borrowing late artist’s work in Suspiria

A lawsuit was filed against Amazon Studios on Thursday for allegedly using images in the film Suspiria that coped the work of late artist Ana Mendieta.

Cearal wars: New Zealand shop told to cover up Weetabix label

The shop, Little Bit of Britain, has been told to cover up the brand name ‘Weetabix’ to prevent a trademark breach against rival product ‘Weet-Bix’.

Led Zeppelin might launch a streaming service, trademark application suggests

A trademark application filed in the US suggests that Led Zeppelin is about to launch its own streaming service called The Led Zeppelin Experience.

And finally…

Marijuana firm Canopy files trademark for ‘Chronic by Dre’

A Canadian trademark application for “Chronic By Dre” was created on August 31. It is not yet clear if Dr Dre is involved.