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Killer Jeans’ parent sues Netflix over trademark infringement for show ‘Killer Soup’
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
Indian jeans brand Killer's parent company, Kewal Kiran Clothing, has filed a case against Netflix India for trademark infringement. Kewal Kiran claims that Netflix infringed on its trademark by using the word 'KILLER' in its show 'Killer Soup' and is seeking damages of INR 25 Cr. The company is also requesting an injunction against the use of the word, removal of infringing content, and the appointment of a court receiver to seize and destroy such material. Netflix India has stated that it is examining the matter but has not admitted to any allegations.
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Musk’s Tesla Inc. Sues Indian Battery Maker Tesla Power For Trademark Infringement
Inc42
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1y ago
Medial
Tesla has filed a legal suit against Tesla Power India and its US-based entity in the Delhi High Court, alleging trademark infringement and unfair trade competition. Tesla claims that Tesla Power used its trademark 'TESLA' in promotional articles and announced its entry into the electric vehicle market, which is Tesla's core market. Tesla Power argues that it is primarily engaged in the business of lead acid batteries and has no intention to manufacture EVs or use the TESLA trademark. The next hearing is scheduled for May 22. Similar trademark infringement cases have been seen in India involving other companies.
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Mint Explainer: How Tesla’s first India lawsuit will affect EV trademark battles
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Tesla Inc has filed its first lawsuit in India against battery seller Tesla Power India Pvt. Ltd. for trademark infringement. Tesla accuses the Gurugram-based company of misleading consumers by implying association with Tesla Inc's electric vehicle (EV) batteries. The case highlights India's trademark regime and its protection of foreign companies from infringement by local entities. The outcome of the case could set a precedent for future trademark infringement disputes in India's growing EV market, potentially impacting IP rights enforcement and investor confidence in the sector. Tesla has also been involved in trademark disputes worldwide.
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Delhi High Court to hear Tesla trademark dispute next in April 2025 as mediation continues | Company Business News
Livemint
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8m ago
Medial
The Delhi High Court has postponed the trademark infringement case between Tesla Inc and Tesla Power India Pvt Ltd to April 2025 to allow for ongoing mediation. Tesla Inc filed the lawsuit accusing Tesla Power India of trademark infringement and misleading customers. The court had previously prohibited Tesla Power from promoting and selling products with the Tesla trademark. Tesla Power has stated that it has instructed its partners to remove the Tesla logo from electric scooters. Tesla Inc argues that Tesla Power has continued to sell scooters with the Tesla logo and misled consumers.
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OpenAI CEO calls IYO’s trademark lawsuit ‘silly, disappointing and wrong’ - The Economic Times
Economic Times
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1m ago
Medial
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman criticized a lawsuit by hardware startup IYO over trademark infringement, calling it "silly, disappointing, and wrong." IYO alleged that OpenAI's acquisition of io, an AI startup led by Jony Ive, infringes on its trademark due to name similarity. Altman shared emails by IYO’s CEO seeking investment from OpenAI, suggesting the lawsuit was a reaction to unfulfilled acquisition desires. A US court allowed the case to proceed in October.
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Shark Tank India S3 pitcher sues Sony over social media suspension
Inshorts
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1y ago
Medial
FMCG startup Fit & Flex, founded by Parthik Patel, sent a legal notice to Sony over suspension of their social media account. Sony accused them of trademark violations, blocking ads and social media posts featuring Shark Tank India clips. This action caused Fit & Flex's business to drop 10-12 times instead of growing. Over 70 other brands face similar issues.
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Tesla files trademark infringement case in Delhi High Court
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Tesla Inc. has filed a lawsuit against Tesla Power India Pvt. Ltd, a battery seller based in Gurgaon, for trademark infringement. The Delhi High Court issued a notice and instructed Tesla Power to refrain from using the Tesla trademark in promotional advertisements. Tesla argued that the use of the similar trademark by Tesla Power was causing confusion among consumers and harming their business. However, the court criticized Tesla for lack of urgency and stated that Tesla Power should be given the chance to present their case. Tesla Power clarified that they are selling lead acid batteries, not EV batteries.
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Micron, Dell, HP win appeal over conflict claims tied to US patent official
Economic Times
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12m ago
Medial
A US appeals court has supported decisions made by the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) regarding Micron, Dell, and HP, despite the fact that the attorney who represented the tech companies later became the director of the office. The court stated that Unification Technologies, the patent owner, failed to show that the attorney's previous involvement in the case influenced the administrative judges who invalidated its patents. Unification sued Micron, Dell, and HP for patent infringement relating to memory chip data management in 2020. The cases involving HP and Dell have been dismissed, while the Micron case is ongoing.
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AI device startup that sued OpenAI and Jony Ive is now suing its own ex-employee over trade secrets - The Economic Times
Economic Times
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28d ago
Medial
A legal battle unfolds as tech startup iyO Inc. sues OpenAI and Jony Ive over trademark infringement and a former employee for leaking trade secrets. The dispute centers on innovative AI interfaces, a lucrative frontier. OpenAI acquired io Products for $6.5 billion, sparking the conflict. A judge allowed the case to progress, ordering temporary brand suspension. Accusations extend to IyO’s ex-executive Dan Sargent for meeting with io's co-founder, further complicating the scenario.
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Cocomelon is one of the most popular things on Netflix. Kids watched more than 600 million hours.
Business Insider
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1y ago
Medial
Netflix has revealed data on watch time for its shows, and "Cocomelon," an animated nursery rhymes show for toddlers, amassed over 600 million hours of watch time. The show, which started as YouTube videos, now has six seasons on Netflix and was watched for a staggering 601 million hours in the first half of 2023 alone, surpassing popular shows like "Stranger Things." "Cocomelon" is owned by Moonbug, which also owns other preschooler properties like Blippi and Morphle. The show's YouTube channel is among the top channels and currently the fourth-most subscribed channel.
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Squid Game contestants considering lawsuit over reality show injuries
Gizmodo
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1y ago
Medial
Two contestants from the show "Squid Game: The Challenge" are potentially filing a lawsuit against Netflix, claiming injuries suffered during filming. The contestants allegedly experienced hypothermia and nerve damage due to poor health and safety standards on set. The personal injury firm representing them believes there is a strong case for compensation. Netflix previously denied the claims of on-set injuries and unfairness. The show premiered on Netflix, with the remaining episodes set to release in the coming weeks.
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