Traverse Legal Blog

APRIL 6, 2022

This is a story of an NFT project which got off to a great start but was built on a weak foundation by the game and NFT company Animoca Brands , which brands itself as “Driving digital property rights via NFTs and gaming to build the open metaverse.” The brand licensing deal apparently had a ‘term’ that expired.

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TorrentFreak

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

The fleeting non-fungible token (NFT) craze showed that some people are willing to pay vast amounts of money for digital assets that are not guaranteed to retain their value. Major brands such as Coca-Cola, Disney, Nike, and Ubisoft were quick to jump on the bandwagon, for example.

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Intellectual Property Law Blog

MARCH 13, 2024

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) and the United States Copyright Office (“USCO”) delivered a report to Congress entitled Non-Fungible Tokens and Intellectual Property on March 12, 2024 (“Report”). While the Report is comprehensive, it does not recommend any new action to address IP issues with NFTs.

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Intepat

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Another layer of complexity arises from the unique characteristics of non-fungible tokens (NFTs), which have become the metaverses digital asset backbone. Users can create near-identical replicas of popular digital assets, including NFTs, virtual clothing, or branded environments, undermining the value of original creations.

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The IPKat

JUNE 13, 2022

There has obviously been a considerable amount of excitement around non-fungible tokens (NFTs) over the last few years and some interesting developments in the last few months. Digital assets can be protected by IP and have always been capable of being licensed or assigned via a contract, or protected as a trade mark.

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IP Whiteboard

JUNE 7, 2021

NFT stands for non-fungible token. Non-fungible basically means unique. By way of comparison, a $10 note is an example of a fungible asset, because it can be replaced with another $10 note, or two $5 notes. Trade marks are typically associated with a brand and may include brand names, slogans and logos.

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Traverse Legal Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Whether you are looking to make your own non fungible token to sell or you’re looking to buy an NFT as an investment, you need to be aware of copyright and trademark laws that might apply to your NFT. Are NFTs (Non Fungible Tokens) Considered Intellectual Property? What is a Non Fungible Token?

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Kashishipr

APRIL 13, 2022

With the Metaverse and Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) being the common buzzwords as of late, the USPTO (US Patent & Trademark Office) has been experiencing a significant rise in the number of Trademark Applications filed in the virtual sphere to safeguard the products and services. A Comprehensive Approach to IPRs.

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Traverse Legal Blog

AUGUST 15, 2022

An NFT or “non-fungible token” is a digital asset that links ownership to unique digital items. Non-fungible tokens have been designed to give you ownership of something that cannot be replicated or copied. Non-fungible tokens are a relatively new thing and even newer in the gaming industry.

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LexBlog IP

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Chris is supervised by attorneys who are licensed in the State of Texas. Trademark Office is trying to help brand owners keep up with the ever-evolving labyrinth of brand protection by including the emerging NFT technology. Andersen, a Senior Paralegal in NRF’s Dallas Office. Thanks in large part to a Bored Ape the U.S.

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The IPKat

JANUARY 2, 2022

The dispute raised questions about a long-debated issue, namely the unauthorized use of images first posted on Instagram and other social media platforms (particularly in light of social media platforms' terms and conditions that allow authors to grant an implied license to repost their works on the platform).

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LexBlog IP

APRIL 26, 2022

Some platforms count youth, even those as young as age 7, as their biggest earners: They have built followings through content creation, created brands and then further leveraged the value already created to extend their brands into merchandising and non-fungible tokens, for example.

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IP Intelligence

APRIL 26, 2022

Some platforms count youth, even those as young as age 7, as their biggest earners: They have built followings through content creation, created brands and then further leveraged the value already created to extend their brands into merchandising and non-fungible tokens, for example.

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Traverse Legal Blog

AUGUST 15, 2022

The basic explanation is that an NFT, or “non-fungible token” is a digital asset that links ownership to unique digital items. Non- fungible tokens have been designed to give a person ownership of something, kind of like modern day digital collectibles. What are NFTs? NFT Technology. NFTs in Video Games.

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IP and Legal Filings

JANUARY 31, 2023

[Image Sources : Istock] Metaverse- a Magnet to Fashion Brands Virtual worlds provide fashion brands with the opportunity to significantly cut down on the excessive resource consumption of lifestyle and create sustainability. Fashion brands are no strangers to the continuous fight against fake and counterfeit items in the real world.

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 18, 2022

NFTs (non-fungible tokens, not thoroughbreds) were not a disappointment but instead were all the rage for holiday giving this year, including offerings from brands such as Adidas and Balmain x Barbie. And we might see you there! Better to assume little experience and make very clear what good is being purchased.

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Introduction Digital technologies such as the metaverse, non-fungible tokens ( NFTs ), blockchain and augmented realities are directly influencing how we cultivate and protect various forms of intellectual property, including trade marks. physical) marks. It will be worthwhile keeping a watchful eye on the outcome of this one.

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Fish & Richardson Trademark & Copyright Thoughts

JUNE 16, 2022

Principal Cynthia Walden and Associate Sarah Kelleher discuss the non-fungible token (NFT) trend across the fashion industry and what this digital arena means for trademark protection and enforcement. Now, luxury brands and other apparel and consumer goods companies are diving in. PDF copy available.

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LexBlog IP

MARCH 13, 2024

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) and the United States Copyright Office (“USCO”) delivered a report to Congress entitled Non-Fungible Tokens and Intellectual Property on March 12, 2024 (“Report”).

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IIPRD

JUNE 9, 2024

As in the real world the logos, domain, and brand names of products and services are protected under Trademark, virtual goods, and services can be trademarked in the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). That may include decentralized content creation platforms, IP registries on a blockchain, and smart contract licensing systems.

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IIPRD

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

But in this sphere of metaverse and blockchain currencies, the Ethereum blockchain has gained skyrocketing popularity with the evolution of Non-Fungible Tokens. Non-Fungible Tokens mainly refer to digital files of various digital as well as physical goods and creations that are stored as tokens and can be traded easily.

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LexBlog IP

JULY 13, 2021

What is the difference between “fungible” and “non-fungible”? Like a Bitcoin or Dogecoin, a Non-Fungible Token (NFT) is a digital asset that has been certified as authentic on a Blockchain ledger. NFTs are a new and exciting area in the crypto world.

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IIPRD

AUGUST 4, 2022

In today’s market, a distinct brand identity is critical in all company sectors. Influencers that make a lot of money from internet marketing must also defend their own brand identification. Maintain your distinct brand identity. . Trademarks. The easiest method to accomplish this is to register a trademark.

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LexBlog IP

APRIL 13, 2022

As previously reported on this blog , non-fungible tokens (or “NFTs”) recently emerged as one of the hottest new items on the art market—artists, auction houses, museums, sports organizations and others have jumped at the chance to create and sell their own versions of these unique tokens.

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LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Licensing of rights: How should IP rights in the associated asset be licensed in an NFT context? In this context, the joint federal agency study is meant to address a number of key issues, including: Acquisition of rights: Who owns what if the NFT creator is a different person or entity than the creator of the underlying asset?

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Intepat

DECEMBER 12, 2024

This valuation allows IP to be recognized as an asset in corporate balance sheets, facilitates mergers and acquisitions, and informs licensing or transfer decisions. The rise of digital assets and Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) adds new dimensions to the field of IP valuation.

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IP Tech Blog

JANUARY 4, 2023

The emergence of blockchain-supported Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) has captured the interest of the entertainment and business worlds in the past couple of years. In turn, this attracts interest from businesses ranging from fashion and sports brands, sport teams, designers, game developers, and other content owners.

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SpicyIP

JULY 19, 2021

NFTs (Non-fungible tokens), which act as a certificate of ownership for whatever the creator puts up for sale, allow artists to set their preferred terms of contract while making sales. Resonance Digital LLP & Anr. 14 July, 2021]. The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (Bangalore) in Citrix Systems Asia Pacific Proprietary Ltd.

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 4, 2023

The emergence of blockchain-supported Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) has captured the interest of the entertainment and business worlds in the past couple of years. In turn, this attracts interest from businesses ranging from fashion and sports brands, sport teams, designers, game developers, and other content owners.

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SpicyIP

AUGUST 30, 2021

HUL) brand, which compares the brand to Harpic. A non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace has been launched by Alibaba Group of China, which permits customers to buy and sell NFTs while also facilitating licensing and selling of IP.

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