On March 15, 2025, the long-awaited regulation regarding Trademark Non-Use Cancellation Requests was published in the Official Gazette. The new procedures introduced by this regulation are outlined below: (The escrow account requirement will not apply to cancellation requests filed before…
Trademark law stipulates certain fundamental conditions for the registration of a trademark. The most important of these conditions are regulated under Article 5 of the Industrial Property Law No. 6769 : Before filing a trademark application, it is crucial to…
Article 5 of the Turkish Industrial Property Law No. 6769 outlines the absolute grounds for refusal in trademark registration applications. In this article, we will discuss the refusal grounds specified under Article 5/1 of the Law in detail. 1. Article…
Although the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics didn’t go well for Türkiye, both Türkiye and the world witnessed a new iconic moment. Competing in the 10-meter air pistol mixed team category for Türkiye, Yusuf Dikeç won a silver medal alongside Şevval…
After every trademark application is examined by the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TPTO) for Absolute Grounds for Refusal, and if no grounds for refusal are found, it is published in the Official Trademark Bulletin for a period of two…
The Turkish Patent and Trademark Office publishes its Official Trademark Bulletin twice a month. After trademarks pass the preliminary examination conducted by the Turkish Patent, they are published for a period of two months. During this time, opoositions regarding why…
According to Industrial Property Law No. 6769, which came into effect on January 10, 2017, the authority to request the cancellation of a trademark currently under the jurisdiction of the courts has been transferred to the Turkish Patent and Trademark…
Designs are among the most crucial elements directly influencing consumer preferences and highlighting consumer expectations in terms of aesthetics, durability, competitiveness, and price advantages, regardless of the product. With advancing technology, designs are becoming user-friendly products not only in terms…
A trademark provides protection only in the country where the application is filed, in accordance with the principle of territoriality. The protection of a trademark registered in Turkey is valid only within the borders of Turkey. It is crucial for…
Trademark search involves a detailed analysis to determine if there are any existing trademarks that might prevent the registration of the trademark being applied for. This process is crucial to avoid any rejection during the similarity examination by the Turkish…