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design
02
Sep

Victory in Design: IP Cyprus Invalidates Indistinct Ball-Point Pen RCD

September 2, 2024
We are pleased to announce a significant victory for IP Cyprus in the realm of EU design protection. We successfully invalidated the Registered Community Design (RCD) 006385118-0001 concerning ball-point pens. The invalidation (INVALIDITY No ICD 117 494 ) was based on the lack of individual character, as the contested design had been used in trade...
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30
Sep

Why Intellectual Property matters for Businesses in Cyprus

September 30, 2022
Intellectual property (IP) refers to the legal rights that protect intangible assets, such as trademarks, patents, copyrights, and trade secrets. While these assets may not have a physical form, they are critical for businesses in Cyprus, as they can provide significant competitive advantages and help to drive innovation and growth. In this article, we’ll explore...
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03
Mar

How to protect my brand internationally?

March 3, 2022
When it comes to the international protection of your brand, there are easy and smart ways which can be used. . The main international body which governs the international route of registrations is WIPO. However, not all countries of the countries adopt the relevant WIPO agreements. Therefore depending on the facts of each case and...
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04
Sep

EUIPO filings after Brexit.

September 4, 2021
Since 1 January 2021, EU trade marks (EUTMs) and EU Designs (RCDs)  are no longer protected rights in the UK. Under the Withdrawal Agreement Act, on the 1 January 2021, the  UKIPO created a parable UK trade mark and design for all right holders with an existing EUTM and RCD. Existing EUTMs and RCDs still...
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