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In this second post, we will examine some of the key issues that businesses should consider when entering India’s gaming industry. Our aim is to provide SMEs and other industry players with practical guidance on understanding the opportunities and navigating the challenges of this dynamic market.
A Geographical Indication (GI) is the name of a product originating from a specific place, region, or country whose quality, reputation, or other characteristics are essentially attributable to its geographical origin. In addition, at least one stage of production must take place within the defined
Video games have become one of the world’s most popular forms of entertainment, with a strong presence across virtually every major market. India is no exception. While India is already a major consumer of gaming content, there is growing interest in moving beyond simply consuming and exporting gam
As India’s sports industry surpasses the USD 2 billion milestone, intellectual property has become one of the key driving forces behind the commercial success of modern sport. From broadcasting rights, sponsorships and merchandising to trademarks, patents and copyright protection, IP rights are esse
After nearly two decades of negotiations, the European Union (EU) and the Republic of India have officially concluded a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA), a historic milestone that promises to reshape global commerce and redefine economic ties between two of the world’s largest markets.
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India’s Trade Marks Registry has accepted its first smell mark application. The Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM) approved the application filed by Sumitomo Rubber Industries Ltd. for a scent described as “Floral fragrance / smell reminiscent of roses as applied to tyre
The EU has formally modernized its trademark system, removed outdated formalities and adopted a more technologically neutral framework. However, despite these advances, protecting olfactory marks remains practically impossible. The barrier is no longer legal; it is technological. Until a reliable, o
The Central Government has issued draft amendments to the Trade Marks Rules, 2017 under Section 157(2) of the Trade Marks Act, 2017.
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By bringing visitors directly to the place of origin, this form of tourism stimulates local value creation through on-site sales, hospitality services, and complementary activities, thereby increasing the share of GI-related value that remains within the community.
The new scheme, established by Regulation (EU) 2023/2411, introduces EU-wide geographical-indication protection for craft and industrial products (CIGIs).
Exploring the Potential of Utility Models in India for Grassroots Innovation
AI patenting in India!!
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In Indian law, copyright covers original artistic works, such as paintings, drawings, and sculptures, thus giving creators absolute ownership of their work. Section 15(2) of the Copyright Act, however, states that in case a design is capable of being registered under the Designs Act but not register
Impact Hub Hyderabad: Driving Innovation to Scale for the benefit of People, Planet and Profit
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