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Trademark infringement - Michelin vs Hermes Case

A Comparative Analysis of Intellectual Property Law: Michelin Case vs. Hermes Case

Introduction Intellectual property laws play a crucial role in protecting the rights of individuals and companies in various industries. In this article, we will examine two prominent cases, the Michelin case and the Hermes case, to draw a comparison and explore the implications of trademark infringement and unfair competition in the realm of intellectual property […]
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Louboutin trademark infringement with artificial intelligence ChatGPT intellectual property

Louboutin’s Trademark Victory in India Sheds Light on AI-Generated Evidence

Louboutin, the renowned French footwear brand, has recently won a trademark infringement case in India. The court issued an injunction, barring an unrelated footwear company from selling copycat shoes with red soles and spikes. This ruling not only underscores the protection of Louboutin’s intellectual property but also brings attention to the treatment of evidence generated […]
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Publishing contract in Hong Kong, Intellectual Property and other legal issues

Publishing Contracts and Intellectual Property: Navigating the Legal Landscape for Authors

Are you an author preparing to publish your book and seeking clarity on the intricacies of publishing contracts, copyright and other intellectual property rights, and the best approach to safeguarding your work? Our Managing Director and Intellectual Property lawyer, Benjamin Choi, provides concise and professional answers on the most common and pressing questions that Hong […]
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Artificial Intelligence and Intellectual Property

AI Search – Users’ Ethics, Personal Data & Intellectual Property

ChatGPT, a language model developed by OpenAI, reached one million users just five days after its launch, making it the fastest growing consumer application in history. When compared to the time taken by other leading social media platforms or services to hit one million users, this is truly impressive: Netflix 1999 3.5 years Airbnb 2008 […]
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Intellectual Property News Hong Kong

Intellectual Property News 2023 – Hong Kong

With the year coming to a close, we can’t wait to share with you two major IP news we anticipate for Hong Kong next year. First, the Madrid International Trade Mark Registration system should be ready for implementation in Hong Kong the earliest during the second half of 2023 and secondly, the long-awaited new copyright law […]
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Intellectual Property for Social Media Influencers

Intellectual Property for Social Media Influencers

88% of Hong Kong population is using social media, and this number is growing every minute. It is no surprise that social media has become a lucrative business. Social media influencers (“Influencers”) or key opinion leaders (“KOLs”) are popular and powerful – they create tight bonds with their followers and have the ability to influence […]
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