Yes, you should build your business on trust, but not only on trust. There is an interesting trademark case we found on the Taiwan Intellectual Property Office (TIPO) database that just shows how brutal the business world can be. Company A filed an application of...
We have collected some of the more common questions we receive about company names and trademarks in Taiwan. Perhaps your next conundrum is already answered here? Keep in mind, registering a trademark is very affordable but dealing with a trademark conflict is very...
In April, Taiwan donated 10 million masks to areas that were hit hard by the Covid-19 pandemic. With the airplanes taking off with our masks and other equipment, a old discussion rose at the same time. The flag carrier that handles the deliveries, is named China...
Trademarked logos are important. Whether you're a private business or a trusted government agency. A logo says a lot and becomes a symbol. The Chicago Fire Department's unique logo expresses a century plus of professionalism and dedication to the community. It...
One restaurant in Arizona may lose their entire business. Their mistake - using a word already trademarked. Your trademarked brand name is vital. A good brand name will represent quality, reliability and service. Ensuring a timely trademark will protect your brand and...
Australian chocolate makers lose out to Nestle over trademark If you thought freckles were just a cute little reminder of summer on your face, then think again. In the world of confectionary giant Nestle, they’re a trademark they’ll fiercely protect against any...
Prince Harry showed he was one step ahead in the trademark game. Trademark concerns are not confined to us mere mortals running small and medium-sized businesses. Sometimes, even those thought untouchable by conventional standards can still fall foul of troublesome...
What companies in Taiwan can learn from Sarah Palin’s trademark blunder It may be the 2020 presidential election in the US now, but back in 2008 when Obama was elected, John McCain had as a running mate Sarah Palin. She’s now worth millions, but one trademark error...
Many of MUSA's customers are companies started by foreign residents who need to protect their brands and product names with a trademark registration. Unlike local entrepreneurs one of their bigger headaches are what kind of visa to apply for and if they need a work...
If you’re looking to register a trademark in Taiwan, then you’ll be applying through the country’s trademark office. Here we’ll detail some of the main points you need to know about the Taiwanese government’s trademark office in Taipei. What is the name of Taiwan’s...