Victory for IKEA in Argentina: Palacio & Asociados Achieves a Complete Trademark Defence Win
Palacio & Asociados has secured a significant legal victory on behalf of the renowned brand IKEA.
The Argentine Supreme Court rules on the use of trademarks as keywords in online advertising
The decision establishes that the use of registered trademarks in sponsored link systems, such as Google Ads (formerly Adwords), does not constitute trademark infringement or unfair competition per se
A significant achievement in the fight against piracy and illegal imports
The Customs Office of Córdoba has destroyed roller bearings for cars that illegally entered the country under the trademark of one of our clients.
Argentinian PTO request to inform the status of the priority for pending patent applications
This is Resolution 364/2024, issued today.
Updates to the Administrative Resolution of Trademark Oppositions
Last week, the Official Gazette published Resolution P-295/2024, which introduces changes to the trademark opposition resolution process that will significantly reduce the backlog of pending cases.
The National Civil and Commercial Court of Appeals OVERTURNS a PTO resolution on trademark cancellation
The Chamber I of the Federal Civil and Commercial Chamber resolved – in an unprecedented ruling since the establishment of the current trademark cancellation system in Argentina- to declare the cancellation of the trademark AGRICUPON, overturning the previous resolution of the Argentinian Trademark and Patent Office (PTO).
Uruguay enhances patent protection with PCT approval
The Senate has unanimously approved Uruguay’s adhesion to the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT). This decision, already backed by the House of Representatives, marks a significant advancement for the country.
Argentina is not yet a member of the PCT: how to proceed to file a patent in the country?
-Some key points to have in mind to avoid losing client´s rights-
“Andá pa’ allá”, “no hay plata” and phrases that cannot be registered as trademarks in Argentina
On April 24th, the Trademark and Patent Office (PTO) has issued the regulation No. 2024-141 limiting the registration of “phrases that have entered general use and highly offensive signs”.
European Parliament approved first Artificial Intelligence Act
The European Union has taken a historic step by approving the first law regulating artificial intelligence. This regulation aims to ensure the safety and rights of citizens in the digital environment.