The path towards obtaining the prestigious IGP (Protected Geographical Indication) designation for Erbazzone Reggiano has taken a significant step forward with the initiation of the public assessment procedure by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty, and...
Goldstar, owner of the Valleverde brand, has won yet another victory against Birkenstock, which wanted to register the typical sole with intertwined curved lines as its own trademark. After positive rulings from various courts in Italy, France, Benelux and Germany,...
The Earth Wind & Fire Legacy Reunion tribute band has thrown down the gauntlet to legendary R&B band Earth, Wind & Fire in a legal dispute that raises crucial questions about trademark rights and the nature of tribute bands in the music industry. The...
According to the recently released data from Brand Finance, our country’s brands are experiencing a moment of great growth. Gucci confirms itself the most valuable Italian brand, valued at 17 billion Euros with an increase of 10% compared to the previous year. Among...
Apple lost a lawsuit filed by a jazz trumpeter, Charlie Bertini, who challenged the Cupertino giant’s entry, with its brand, into the live music sector. In fact, the musician registered the trademark “Apple Jazz” in 1985, with reference to live music. The story...
The Reggio Emilia Erbazzone – already registered for some time in the list of traditional agri-food products – could soon be included among the PDO and PGI food specialties of Emilia-Romagna. The Erbazzone Reggiano Producers Association, in fact, has submitted the...