After being involved in a 9 year long legal battle, the Supreme Court of Appeal agreed with the High Court full bench that the TAKIS mark owned by Takis Biltong (Pty) Ltd and the TAKIS FUEGO mark owned by Grupo Bimbo S.A.B DE C.V are...

2023 saw a massive wave of interest in AI, and it is a dramatically growing industry – indicators suggest that the market size of AI is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 36.6% from 2024 to 2030.[1] As an attorney specializing...

The convergence of insolvency proceedings and intellectual property management necessitates a nuanced understanding of the legal frameworks and operational mechanisms that govern these fields. This article delves into the implications of liquidation and business rescue processes on intellectual property (IP) assets, which are crucial yet...

The South African government, like in several other countries, has recognised the need for private sector research and development (R&D).

In the multifaceted world of Intellectual Property, securing robust patent protection is a strategic necessity for inventors and businesses alike. Among the tools available to patent applicants, divisional patent applications stand out for their ability to enhance the scope and flexibility of patent rights.

In the Advertising Regulatory Board (ARB) decision dated 16 July 2024, the ARB acknowledged that Procter & Gamble SA (Pty) Ltd had taken a positive step towards realistically depicting menstruation in advertisements.