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August 26, 2026

United States: 7-Eleven Sues Nike Over Air Max 95 Sneaker Design

Convenience store chain 7-Eleven has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against Nike, alleging that the sportswear company’s upcoming Air Max 95 “Sport Green and Safety Orange” sneakers unlawfully imitate its distinctive orange, green, and red […]

China: LVMH Wins Trademark Case Against Chinese Tea Chain in US$1.5 Million Judgment

French luxury goods company LVMH has secured a significant trademark victory in China after a court ordered Chinese tea chain Molly Tea to pay 10.3 million yuan (approximately US$1.5 million) in damages for trademark infringement […]

Nigeria: Court Urges Settlement in ₦98.5 Billion Patent Infringement Suit

The Federal High Court in Lagos has encouraged the parties in a ₦98.5 billion patent infringement lawsuit involving Enterprise Logistics Speciale Limited, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System Plc (NIBSS), […]

Nigeria: Court Dismisses Sanlam’s Objection in N500 Million Copyright Suit

The Federal High Court in Lagos has dismissed a preliminary objection filed by Sanlam General Insurance Limited in a N500 million copyright infringement case, clearing the way for the matter to proceed to full trial. […]

Atlantic Recording Corporation et al. v. Anna’s Archive et al.

United States: Court Awards $322 Million Copyright Judgment Against Anna’s Archive

A U.S. federal court has awarded more than $322 million in damages to Spotify and major record labels in a copyright infringement case against the pirate platform Anna’s Archive, although enforcement of the judgment remains […]

San Antonio Winery, Inc. v. Bonnete Consulting Inc. dba BCI_Case Number 426-cv-02758

United States: Stella Rosa Maker Files Trademark Lawsuit Over “Rosa 32” Branding

San Antonio Winery, the maker of the popular Stella Rosa wine collection, has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against Texas-based Bonnete Consulting Inc. over the use of the name “Rosa 32.” The lawsuit was filed […]

Nigeria: Pere Egbi Raises Alarm Over Alleged Unauthorized Streaming of The Silent Intruder on Tubi

Former Big Brother Naija housemate and Nollywood actor Pere Egbi has raised concerns after discovering that his movie, The Silent Intruder, is currently streaming on the Tubi platform without his knowledge or approval. The actor […]

United States: JOOLA Files Patent Infringement Complaint Against 11 Pickleball Paddle Brands

JOOLA has filed patent infringement litigation against 11 pickleball paddle manufacturers, alleging unauthorized use of its proprietary propulsion core technology. The complaint, filed with the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) on April 7, 2026, targets […]

New Zealand Parliament Advances Copyright Parody and Satire Bill

On April 1, 2026, New Zealand’s Parliament passed the Copyright (Parody and Satire) Amendment Bill at its first reading, marking a significant step toward introducing a new exception for parody and satire under the country’s […]

Kenya: Government Introduces New Tariffs for Political Use of Music Ahead of 2027 Elections

Musicians in Kenya are set to benefit from new government regulations that significantly increase the cost for political parties and candidates to use copyrighted music during election campaigns. The Ministry of Youth Affairs, Creative Economy, […]