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Brands go to court in trademark showdowns: India’s 10 legal battles of 2024

According to the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), trademark filings in India increased by 6.1% in 2023.

As brand identities face increasing scrutiny, 2024 witnessed a surge in trademark disputes in India. From airlines to fast-food, these high-profile legal battles underscore the rising importance of intellectual property protection.

Apple faces new lawsuit over alleged surveillance and restrictions on employee speech

The Apple Store app brings a wide array of features designed to streamline the shopping experience. It includes dedicated tabs to explore the latest Apple products, accessories, and services.

Apple is accused of illegally monitoring employees’ personal devices and restricting discussions on pay and working conditions, with a new lawsuit filed in California.

Bill Gates’ ‘laboratory’ comment sparks controversy in India

In his new memoir, Source Code, Bill Gates shared how he regularly worked 80-hour weeks, coding software and worrying that any mistake could threaten Microsoft’s position in the booming personal computer market.

Bill Gates’ choice of words has quickly provoked criticism, with many accusing him of viewing India as nothing more than a testing ground for global projects.

GroupM and IOAA form task force to drive sustainability in outdoor advertising

This initiative aims to implement eco-friendly practices across the sector, with an ambitious goal to ensure that half of all advertising sites in India use recyclable materials by 2027.

Committee targets 50% recyclable advertising sites by 2027; renewable integration for DOOH.

Black Friday sales surge 17% compared to last year: Report

The survey further reveals that West India experienced the highest sales growth at 8%, while North, South, and East India each recorded a 7% increase.

Beauty, health, and home décor lead the surge; average order value spikes in wearables and furniture categories.

Bombay HC bars Pune eatery from using “Burger King” name amid trademark dispute

The US company, which entered the Indian market in 2014, argued that the Pune eatery’s continued use of the name is damaging its reputation, goodwill, and business.

Court extends injunction until final resolution of trademark infringement case filed by the US fast-food giant.

Delhi High Court protects Dr. Devi Shetty’s personality rights, Narayana Hrudayalaya trademarks

The case highlighted the actions of certain operators of Facebook pages and online platforms accused of sharing doctored videos of Dr. Shetty, falsely attributing unverified health advice and product endorsements to him.

Court issues restraining order to prevent misuse of Dr. Shetty’s name and Narayana Health’s reputation.

Swiggy’s 10-minute delivery service ‘Bolt’ expands to 400+ cities

Bolt operates in partnership with over 40,000 restaurants and Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs), offering customers access to a menu of over 10 lakh items within a 2-kilometer delivery radius.

After its successful launch in October, Swiggy’s Bolt now offers ultra-fast food delivery in over 400 cities, redefining convenience in India’s food delivery landscape.

Ipsos confirms talks with Kantar Media over potential $1 billion acquisition

The acquisition would mark a significant move for Ipsos, which is globally recognized for its consumer market research and election polls, and has a market value of 1.9 billion euros.

French market research giant Ipsos eyes expansion with a potential buyout of Kantar’s TV ratings data business.

OpenAI eyes advertising as new revenue stream amidst rapid growth

Branding guru Harish Bijoor likens OpenAI’s rebrand to a “DeepSeek moment,” emphasizing its depth and intentionality.

The company’s revenue has soared to $4 billion annually, driven by the success of ChatGPT, which now boasts over 250 million weekly active users.