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Sweden™: A Country's Attempt to Protect Its Identity

Sweden™: A Country's Attempt to Protect Its Identity

For most people, Sweden conjures images of IKEA, Abba, and the enchanting Northern Lights—a Scandinavian country renowned for its unique culture and picturesque landscapes. However, Sweden’s tourism board has taken an unprecedented step to safeguard its national identity by applying to trademark the country’s name.
Taylor Swift, Copyright, and the Fight for Creative Control

Taylor Swift, Copyright, and the Fight for Creative Control

Taylor Swift is not just a global pop sensation—she was named TIME’s 2023 Person of the Year and ranked as one of Billboard’s greatest pop stars of this century. Despite her massive influence, even Swift faces the limitations of copyright law. Why did Swift go through the effort of re-recording her first six albums? To understand her bold move, let’s break down the essentials of music copyright and how it affects the industry.  
Who Can Use Your Face? Deepfakes in the World of Intellectual Property

Who Can Use Your Face? Deepfakes in the World of Intellectual Property

Deepfakes are no longer the stuff of sci-fi—they’re here, they’re real, and they’re causing chaos. These AI-generated videos, images, or audio clips look incredibly convincing but are completely fake. They can turn anyone into a puppet, saying or doing things they never actually did.
EU Denies Trademark for Ukrainian War Slogan

EU Denies Trademark for Ukrainian War Slogan

In recent news, Ukraine’s attempt to trademark the wartime slogan "Russian warship, go f*** yourself" was denied by the European Union’s General Court. The phrase, which originated from a defiant response by Ukrainian guards on Snake Island to a Russian naval demand to surrender, quickly became a symbol of Ukrainian resistance during Russia’s invasion.