Author: News Bureau
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Party contests that ‘Lego’ is a generic mark
In order to combat trademark disputes, it is a common tactic to dispute opponents rights over the generic nature of a mark. In simple words, the party claims that the word is too common to be specially reserved for some entity. However, such claims become laughable when someone contests it for a brand like Lego! …
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.za Domain Name Authority discusses draft registrar policies
In a previous post we talked about how the .za Domain Name Authority (ZADNA) had invited new players to join the extension. New entrants for registry services of second level .za domain names including co.za, web.za, net.za and org.za were invited and shortlisted into 5 final candidates. Following this, ZADNA has proposed draft policies that…
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Instagram to tweak its algorithm to support Original Content
A report by Gadgets Now, has claimed that Instagram is going to make some changes in its algorithm, aimed at promoting the Original Content. The Meta owned subsidiary added some new tags and improved their ranking mechanisms. The shift would provide Original Content creators a silver lining in the cloud of sharing and resharing of…
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nlix.net: A domain name with a history
Social media, Instant delivery, Online bankings and payments, etc. have altered our perception of the internet, the world and even life in a certain way. We want things to happen quickly. An event needs to conclude shortly, elongation of which causes discomfort among everyone. With such constrained time duration provided, we tend to forget the…
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Trademark owner denied custody of OceanReady.com
Domain disputes are objective in nature. On the surface the procedure of dispute resolution might look simple and clear, but the decisions shift on a case to case basis. Every case needs to be looked at through the lens of individuality and merits. The Forum arbitrated a confusing case regarding the domain name OceanReady.com. The…
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Court smashes dreams of SattaDream11.com
Gambling has seen an unseen expansion and acceptance in the last two decades, especially Online Gambling. Many countries are loosening their laws and allowing online gambling platforms mostly centered around popular sports events to be organized and also to thrive. One of the major proponents of this sector in India is Dream 11. The company…
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HUMBL completes the rebranding with a new domain name
HUMBL is seeking to complete its rebranding with the acquisition of a new domain name. The blockchain company that was formerly known as HUMBLpay, has acquired the domain name HUMBL.com. The company had its domain name shifted to orient to the new branding attempt. The domain name HUMBLpay.com was earlier in use by the company.…
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PrimeWire shifts between domain names, banned still
The Judiciary’s hammer is hitting hard on Piracy domain names. Netflix along with other popular studio houses are one by one taking down major piracy platforms. Joining the list of schooled domain names is PrimeWire. PrimeWire is one of the popular piracy streaming websites online. The platform came under judicial radar when Netflix and other…
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Red Sift’s new brand protection tool: OnDomain
With the phishing domain swarm percolating through the Cyber security defenses continues, brand security is a legitimate concern. In view of this larger issue, Red Sift, a cybersecurity company has launched an additional tool on its range of brand protection of services: OnDomain. Businesses are always vulnerable to malicious domain names and need a tool…
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Relapsed domain transferred back to the Complaint
Just when you think you got the hang of anything, things tend to diverge from your understanding. Usually, a Complaint about a relapsed domain is denied, even in the presence of a prior trademark by the Complainant. Or, this is what I thought! Forum was at the center of a major contention between parties vying…
