The number of classification categories you decide to apply for when registering a trademark will depend on the nature of the goods and services your mark protects. Upon registration, and five years ...

Kotaro Shimogori's work developing machine learning systems for international trade classification provides insight into the fundamental challenges that persist across decades of global commerce ...

In the digital landscape, virtual goods and services, such as video games, music, virtual currencies, clothing, and avatars, also require intellectual property protection. Trade marks, which ...

On April 23, 2018, changes came into effect that will set out the criteria and process for determining the classification of a trade in Ontario. These changes support trade classification reviews, ...

The scope of trademark applications is crucial when it comes to protection and enforcement. Consequently, accurately analysing, identifying and classifying the goods and services designed to be ...

IP Australia’s recently published guide confirms that existing trademark protection for real-world goods is not sufficient to cover digital goods of the same description. Register for free to receive ...