Edge Computing Is on the Rise as IoT Device Use Increases
With the rollout of 5G and the Internet of Things having been completed, the next big thing is edge computing. While the technical definition of edge computing and how
Court Applies Rogers Test Against Tiger King Trademark Claims
On The Tiger King saga captivated audiences that binged the documentary following Oklahoma zookeeper and social media star, Joe Exotic, as he waged his war against rival Carole Baskin and the
Building Trademarks Into Holiday BrandsAs the second decade of the 21st century comes to a close, many consumers appear happy to have a holiday season to help place focus on good, cheerful things and away from the thoughts of what 2020
The EECC Directive is EU’s Latest Regulation to Promote and Enhance Privacy Protections in Electronic CommunicationsAs December winds down, the European Union’s Electronic Communication Code (“EECC”) is close to final adoption as member states of the European Union (“EU”) must
The Brexit Transition Ends in 2021: Things to Know as EU Marks Cease to Have Force in UKThe last day of 2020 marks the end of the Brexit transition period for trademarks making EUTM registrations unenforceable in the UK. However, not
As US Trademark Fees Increase in 2021, An Adjustment to Portfolio Maintenance & Strategy May be NeededOn January 2, 2021, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”) is slated to increase the fees related to trademark applications filed with
Likelihood of Confusion Analysis by Fifth Circuit Provides ClarificationA recent opinion issued by the Fifth Circuit on December 3, 2020, provides helpful clarification on the key analysis common to all trademark, service mark, and trade dress infringement claims. In affirming
The Amazon Sidewalk Promises Improved Network Connectivity As Privacy Experts Raise Red FlagsAs digital assistants become ever more present in homes across the globe, Amazon’s newest innovation, the Amazon Sidewalk, is raising privacy concerns because of its ability to connect to
The IoT Cybersecurity Improvement Act Sets National Standards for Smart DevicesDespite the ongoing pandemic, election issues, and all around chaos that seems to plague society today, Congress has managed to complete the final touches on a new law that will
Uber Faces High-Profile Lawsuit: GDPR Article 22 and Algorithms for TerminationsThe use of algorithms to make decisions has become increasingly prevalent in today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world. From ranking a user’s visibility on social media platforms to calculating grades on tests, the