trademark
Coverage of trademark in the Nexus archive.
- Good-faith lawsuit? LDS church in fight with podcaster over Mormon name
The LDS Church is suing John Dehlin, an excommunicated member, over his use of the term 'Mormon' in the Mormon Stories podcast. Dehlin argues the name is freely usable by all, while the church claims it seeks to control the term's usage post-name change.
- "Summit Law Associates" trademark scam
A user received a suspicious text from 'Robert' at 'Summit Law Associates' threatening to send a cease and desist letter unless they hired the firm to 'reinstate' their trademark. The provided phone number was found to be inactive, raising concerns about the company being a scam. The user warned others about the potential fraud.
- Iconic NYC dive bar says landlord is trying to steal brand and open copycat spot: suit
169 Bar, a legendary downtown dive bar, is suing its landlord for allegedly attempting to hijack the bar's trademark and open a copycat establishment in the same location. The lawsuit claims the landlord seeks to exploit the original bar's brand recognition.
- Trump stomps on MAGA-themed California winery in trademark spat
The owner of a MAGA-themed winery in California is in a trademark dispute with Donald Trump over a wine collection that honors the president. Trump is challenging the winery's use of his name and image in the trademark application.
- Trademark violation: Fake Notepad++ for Mac
A fake version of Notepad++ for Mac has been found to be violating trademarks. The article discusses the issue and provides more information on the trademark infringement. Users are warned about the fake software.
- Taylor Swift Wants to Trademark Her Likeness. These TikTok Deepfake Ads Show Why
Taylor Swift is seeking to trademark her likeness as researchers reveal scammers are using AI-generated deepfakes of celebrity interviews on TikTok to deceive users into disclosing personal data. The practice highlights growing concerns about AI misuse for fraudulent purposes.
- Taylor Swift files to trademark her voice and likeness
Taylor Swift has filed to trademark her voice and likeness, a move aimed at protecting her intellectual property. The trademark application seeks legal ownership of her distinctive vocal tone and public image.