#consumer-confusion tag

Meta Platforms Inc. violated federal and state law by knowingly allowing-and profiting-from scam impersonation ads on its social media websites, a class action filed in a California federal court says.

Law

fromGSMArena.com

1 month ago

Nothing Ear (3) is coming

Nothing's flagship TWS earbud range went from Ear (1) to Ear (2) to Ear. No typo, they just removed the number the last time around, and guess what - that turned out to be incredibly confusing for prospective buyers.

Mobile UX

Apple

fromsfist.com

2 months ago

Apple Sues the New Apple Cinemas at 1000 Van Ness, Claiming Trademark Infringement

Apple Inc. is suing Apple Cinemas for trademark infringement, claiming consumer confusion is likely due to the similarity of their names.

Intellectual property law

fromPatently-O

2 months ago

When 100 Years of Use is Not Enough

The Federal Circuit reversed a TTAB ruling, blocking KIST from trademark registration due to confusion with SUNKIST.

Privacy professionals

fromIndependent

3 months ago

New anti-fraud system is labelling hospital texts and other legitimate messages as 'likely scam'

Legitimate text messages are being wrongly flagged as scams due to a new ComReg scheme, causing confusion for consumers.

Artificial intelligence

fromFast Company

3 months ago

How Microsoft turned 'copilot' into a catchall for AI

Microsoft's Copilot branding can confuse consumers due to its broad application across multiple AI tools, leading to misunderstandings regarding functionality.

Intellectual property law

fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

4 months ago

No Infringement Intended: What Brands Can Learn About Trade Dress From the YETI and RTIC Cooler Wars

Trade dress protects how a product looks and feels, essential for distinguishing brands in competitive markets.

Video games

fromVG247

4 months ago

The Nintendo Switch 2's latest discourse asks an important question: will your grandparents notice a massive number two right under their noses?

The Nintendo Switch 2's packaging may confuse buyers unfamiliar with gaming, potentially leading to purchase mistakes similar to the original Switch.

Media industry

fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008

4 months ago

Max Reverts to HBO Max, Reviving Its Iconic Brand Identity Amid Strategic Shifts | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Warner Bros. Discovery reverts streaming service name back to HBO Max to emphasize brand prestige and address consumer confusion.

Portland food

fromSFGATE

6 months ago

Trademark war with peanut butter company may end tiny Bay Area condiment maker

Big Spoon Sauce Co. faces a trademark lawsuit despite initially obtaining legal assurance regarding their brand's distinctiveness.

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Death Wish Coffee Alleges Trademark Infringement Against Liquid Death

Carnegie Hall sues owner of Carnegie Diner for trademark infringement: 'This is theft'

Death Wish Coffee Alleges Trademark Infringement Against Liquid Death

Carnegie Hall sues owner of Carnegie Diner for trademark infringement: 'This is theft'

Meta Accused in Lawsuit of Profiting From Scam Impersonation Ads

Nothing Ear (3) is coming

Apple Sues the New Apple Cinemas at 1000 Van Ness, Claiming Trademark Infringement

When 100 Years of Use is Not Enough

New anti-fraud system is labelling hospital texts and other legitimate messages as 'likely scam'

How Microsoft turned 'copilot' into a catchall for AI

No Infringement Intended: What Brands Can Learn About Trade Dress From the YETI and RTIC Cooler Wars

The Nintendo Switch 2's latest discourse asks an important question: will your grandparents notice a massive number two right under their noses?

Max Reverts to HBO Max, Reviving Its Iconic Brand Identity Amid Strategic Shifts | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Trademark war with peanut butter company may end tiny Bay Area condiment maker

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