Latest news with #infringement
South China Morning Post
5 days ago
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Disney sues Hong Kong jewellery shop over Mickey Mouse trademark infringement claims
The Walt Disney Company has taken a Hong Kong online jewellery shop to court for alleged trademark infringement, accusing the store of misleading consumers into believing that its Mickey Mouse-themed products were sold under an authorised partnership. The lawsuit, filed by the company's subsidiary Disney Enterprises, Inc. on Wednesday in a district court in California, targets Hong Kong-based Red Earth Group Limited, which operates an online jewellery brand, Sateur. The shop has an office in Wong Chuk Hang, located in Hong Kong's Southern district. 'Disney remains committed to guarding against unlawful trademark infringement and protecting consumers from confusion caused by unauthorised uses of Mickey Mouse and our other iconic characters,' a Disney spokesperson told the Post in a statement on Thursday. Sateur, which has been featured in magazines such as Vogue and Cosmopolitan, launched its 'Mickey 1928 Collection' in January 2024, with items ranging from about US$135 to US$300. On its website and Instagram posts, the brand describes the collection as a way for 'Disney enthusiasts' to 'own a dazzling piece of history that blends the timeless charm of Mickey Mouse with luxury you can afford'.
Phone Arena
14-07-2025
- Business
- Phone Arena
Samsung set to win infringement case which will impact iPhone 17e prices
Samsung filed an infringement case against Chinese display manufacturer BOE ages ago, and is now set to win after a recent ruling by the ITC ( International Trade Commission ). When the case concludes, the results will be a major blow to BOE, and will most likely negatively impact the pricing of the iPhone ITC has ruled ( translated source ) that BOE infringed on Samsung Display's trade secrets. Furthermore, new restrictions are currently set to be placed on BOE, which will prevent any products containing its display panels from being imported into the U.S. This will be problematic for Samsung's largest rival in the smartphone space: Apple. Apple has used BOE for its more affordable displays for years, particularly on budget offerings like the iPhone 16e. The iPhone 17e was likely going to use BOE panels as well, but may no longer be allowed to do so. This will almost assuredly result in prices going up. Additionally, BOE had just scored a major win with Apple, having been entrusted with iPhone 17 display production for the Chinese market. Until very recently, BOE had been failing to meet Apple's standards, and was set to lose out on iPhone 17 orders entirely. While the ITC's ruling shouldn't affect devices being made for Chinese consumers, it will make it much more difficult for BOE to conduct further business with Apple. The iPhone 16e uses displays manufactured by BOE. | Video credit — Apple Apple has been trying to shift entirely to using displays provided by BOE for years. The manufacturer was recently projected to have the majority share of MacBook displays as well. Simply put, BOE provided displays at more affordable rates than Samsung Display and LG Display. As such, Apple saw it as a means to reduce manufacturing there was always something going wrong with BOE's attempts. Either its displays wouldn't meet the standards for global implementation on the top-end iPhone models, or it would try to pull a fast one on Apple. This new development may be the final nail in the coffin for BOE for a very long time. It all depends on whether the company is able to catch up to its competitors quickly, hopefully by its own merit this time. Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer
Yahoo
11-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Insta360 Issues Statement on U.S. ITC Initial Determination
Initial Ruling Confirms the Non-Infringement or Invalidity of GoPro's Utility Patents LOS ANGELES, July 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has rejected GoPro's utility patent claims against Insta360 in Investigation No. 337-TA-1400. The initial determination, which was issued by an Administrative Law Judge in Washington, D.C. yesterday, ruled that that GoPro's five utility patents relating to stabilization, horizon leveling, distortion, and aspect ratio conversion are invalid, not infringed, or both. In addition to clearing Insta360 completely as to these five patents, the Administrative Law Judge confirmed that Insta360's proactive design updates fall outside the scope of GoPro's lone asserted design patent (U.S. Patent No. D789,435). "The U.S. International Trade Commission's initial determination affirms what many in our industry already know: the future belongs to innovators, not litigators," said JK Liu, Founder of Insta360. "While GoPro sought to block competition by asserting a wide array of patents, the majority of those claims were either found not to be infringed or ruled invalid. That speaks volumes." "This isn't just about Insta360. This is about an ecosystem where established players use litigation as a business strategy, hoping to stall faster, smarter, more agile challengers. It's a familiar playbook: instead of building better products, they try to slow down those who do. We will continue to stand up for our products, our team, and the creative community we serve - and we will not be deterred by legal maneuvering aimed at protecting market share rather than consumers." Insta360 also filed multiple inter partes review (IPR) petitions with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) to challenge the validity of GoPro's patents, some of which remain under review. The company has also initiated patent litigation in China against GoPro-affiliated entities. The ITC's preliminary determination does not affect Insta360's U.S. product availability or its global operations. The company continues to manufacture and sell its full line of cameras without restriction. A final determination from the full Commission is expected by November 10, 2025. About Insta360 With a "Think bold" mindset, Insta360 empowers people to capture and share their lives in extraordinary ways. Recognized as a market leader and innovator, Insta360's vast lineup includes the world's best-selling 360° cameras in the X Series, the thumb-sized GO Series for everyday capture, as well as an extensive range of action cameras, gimbals, webcams, and professional photography solutions. With intuitive, AI-powered software, Insta360 simplifies the creative process, allowing users to focus on storytelling without technical barriers. Insta360 is dedicated to helping a new generation of athletes, creatives, travelers and professionals bring their ideas to life. For more details visit: About the Think Bold Fund: Read our blog: Follow us on Facebook: Follow us on X: Follow us on Instagram: Follow us on TikTok: Follow us on LinkedIn: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: Press Contact Insta360@ View original content: SOURCE Insta360 Sign in to access your portfolio
Khaleej Times
09-07-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
UAE store faces legal action after trademark violation
This caused consumers to believe the store was affiliated with the original brand, which operates exclusively online and has no physical stores A local store found itself in legal trouble after using a globally renowned trademark across products and displays. The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department said that the Abu Dhabi Commercial Court ruled to halt the infringement of a globally renowned trademark in the fashion and e-commerce sector. This ruling came after a local store was using the trademark without obtaining permission or licensing. The company that owns the trademark filed a lawsuit that demanded the closure of a store which had used its name and trademark on products, storefronts, advertising materials, and online promotions. This caused consumers to believe the store was affiliated with the original brand, which operates exclusively online and has no physical stores. The court ordered an immediate stop on all infringing activities, the removal of the counterfeit trade name from the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development's records and all commercial registries across the UAE. It banned the infringing store from using the brand's trademarks in any form, whether in its trade name, online presence, or social media platforms. The store was also ordered to stop selling any products bearing the infringing trademarks and to remove all related items, signage, and promotional materials.
The Guardian
08-07-2025
- Business
- The Guardian
Building Commission NSW using old parking infringement notice books to fine builders and developers
The Building Commission NSW is using old parking infringement notice books with carbon paper to issue fines to builders and developers who break the law, the state's building commissioner, James Sherrard, has confirmed. Officers are required to cross out the words 'Department of Motor Transport' and write 'Building Commission NSW' on the notices, with duplicate copies made using carbon paper. In 2024-25, the commission issued 202 infringement notices. As the Minns government seeks to accelerate construction times to meet its pledge to build 377,000 new homes by 2029 under the National Housing Accord, the organisation responsible for enforcing building standards is scrambling to equip itself with the necessary data and systems. 'That is correct,' Sherrard said when asked about the commission using old carbon paper ticket books. 'We are very close to turning those into a digital platform – it should be in place before the end of this calendar year – but for now, yes, people really understand what CC stands for, as in carbon copy.' The ABC reported in April that the building commission did not have access to police databases, so it could not conduct criminal checks on tradies before issuing building licences. There are concerns that the agency, established in late 2023, is struggling to create a cohesive investigative culture with modern data collection due to a lack of digital platforms. Tim James, the opposition's fair trading spokesperson, said the building commission needed a modern system to efficiently issue and track fines. 'Dodgy builders move fast, yet the building commission is stuck scribbling fines on carbon paper,' he said. 'Enforcement is only as strong as the tools behind it and right now those tools are outdated.' Sign up for Guardian Australia's breaking news email The NSW government announced in the 2025-26 state budget that it had allocated $145m over four years to fund the organisation charged with policing shoddy builders. This was the first time the commission had been given permanent funding, which would be supplemented with revenue from fines. Sherrard said the funding would allow the agency to do its job, provided the government did not dramatically increase its scope – or the number of projects it oversaw. It had taken time to compile a team from disparate parts of the public service and to build its capabilities, Sherrard said. 'Our analytics team is improving daily and we are getting better quality information. So when we look at our complaints now, we can see what percentage of those relate to apartments and what [percentage] relates to dwellings,' he said. The inaugural building commissioner, David Chandler, was appointed in 2019 after cracks appeared in Opal Tower at Olympic Park and at the Toplace development in Mascot. Since then, the government has expanded the commission's remit beyond allegedly shoddy apartments to all residential buildings, including houses and renovations. Sign up to Breaking News Australia Get the most important news as it breaks after newsletter promotion Sherrard said class 1 buildings – residential houses – make up 'the overwhelming majority' of the building commission's work. He said problems often arose with unlicensed builders and builders who failed to provide written contracts as required. The Minns government's push to speed up the planning process in NSW includes streamlined approvals for compliant developments and fast-tracking state significant developments. Sherrard said he believed standards were improving despite pressure to build homes more quickly. He said the commission had moved from being reactive, when responding to complaints about faulty buildings, to a more predictive model. The commission now examines development plans lodged with councils and the planning department and maintains a list of high-risk developers whose work needs more rigorous review. 'I'm very cognisant of how much noise I make about individuals because it's a very, very small element within the industry, but me making a noise about it in media or social media does a tremendous amount of damage to consumer confidence,' Sherrard said. 'It's very difficult to find people willing to buy off the plan at this point in time. So … we're paying particular attention to those individuals who we are aware of and are bad players, and we are running through effective prosecutions, and we're trying to shift them out of this industry. 'It's about balancing consumer confidence and awareness at the same time.' The commissioner said the main way people could protect themselves against shoddy developers was to search their builder or tradesperson on the commission's website to see if they had any building offences.
