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Do regulatory laws apply to the biggest digital platforms in the world? It is often said that tech giants such as Google, Meta and Apple are too big to regulate properly and take on, which often causes a problem in terms of regulation. There is also a significant difference of standards in terms of regulation […]
19/10/26
It has been said that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. In some cases, it may well be. In many cases, the contrary is true. Businesses, whether limited companies, partnerships or sole traders, invest significant resources into developing their products. The intellectual property (IP) that is generated by these businesses may be a particular […]
13/10/26
The ownership of any form of Intellectual Property (IP) rights, such as patents, copyrights, database rights and design rights, often creates opportunities to exploit these valuable assets in the marketplace. This may be achieved through various avenues, such as the sale of IP rights, the licensing of marketing rights and the creation of franchises. For […]
27/07/26
If you are a keen climber or outdoor enthusiast, the likelihood is that you would have heard of a leading brand called Patagonia. In addition, you may have come across the company because of the philanthropic decision made by its billionaire owner, Yvon Chouinard to donate the entire shareholding to Earth (as in the planet). […]
16/06/26
Databases regularly sit at the heart of a company’s operations and may comprise of any information from customer and marketing data to vendor information and financial records. Given that their development normally reflects the expenditure of considerable time and capital, they can constitute a valuable commercial asset. The law protects a database under the general […]
22/05/26
Due to their value and importance, trade mark disputes are commonplace and specialist lawyers are usually required to represent the opposing parties. In this article Stuart Southall of KANGS details what happens when trade marks are registered in Bad Faith and how this can lead to disputes over intellectual property rights. Trade marks are an […]
10/04/26
