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IP,
Decoded
Introducing IP, Decoded the De Beer Attorneys newsletter and resource centre featuring concise, informative and entertaining legal content. Check out a few of our most recent posts below and if you like what you read, subscribe to our mailing list and follow us on social media to stay up-to-date with our latest releases.
Here's Why Trademark Protection is Essential For Your Brand
In today's crowded marketplace, taking advantage of every means possible to stand out from your competitors is crucial to the survival of...
Aisha Playton
Aug 26, 20243 min read
The Territorial Nature of Trademarks: A Comprehensive Guide
Trademark registration is essential for protecting your brand in today’s competitive market. However, understanding the territorial...
Aisha Playton
Aug 22, 20244 min read
IPACSA: An Expert-Driven Take on Alternative Dispute Resolution in South African IP
Transforming IP litigation in South Africa, IPACSA offers expert-driven alternatives in copyright, trademark, and patent disputes.
Aisha Playton
Jul 22, 20243 min read
TM Prosecution Series: Trademark Registration in Egypt
Navigate trademark prosecution in Egypt with De Beer Attorneys. In our guide, we share expert tips for securing TM rights in the region.
Aisha Playton
Jul 18, 20248 min read
OAPI Goes Digital: Celebrating the Adoption of Virtual Trademark Filing & Maintenance Protocols
Have you heard? OAPI is going digital! Click here to learn more about the digitisation of trademark prosecution across this IP system.
Aisha Playton
Jul 2, 20242 min read
TM Prosecution Series: Angolan Trademark Registration
Check out this sixth instalment of our trademark cheatsheet series where we take a deep dive into TM prosecution in vibrant Angola.
Aisha Playton
Jun 25, 20246 min read
TM Prosecution Series: Trademark Registration in Namibia
Unlock the basics of trademark prosecution in Namibia with the exclusive De Beer Attorneys African Trademark Cheatsheet Series.
Aisha Playton
Jun 5, 20245 min read
TM Prosecution Series: Trademark Registration in Mauritius
In the fourth instalment of our TM Cheatsheet series we take a deep dive into trademark prosecution basics in Mauritius. Click to read more!
Aisha Playton
May 17, 20244 min read
TM Prosecution Series: Trademark Registration in Mozambique
Unveiling the third edition of our African trademark cheatsheet! Click here to explore the intricacies of TM prosecution in Mozambique.
Aisha Playton
Apr 24, 20245 min read
TM Prosecution Series: Nigerian Trademark Registration
Check out the second instalment of our African trademark cheatsheet series, where we dissect TM prosecution in the Giant of Africa, Nigeria!
Aisha Playton
Apr 11, 20244 min read
TM Prosecution Series: Trademark Registration in South Africa
Transform you African brand protection strategy with De Beer Attorneys. Introducing our exclusive African TM cheatsheet series!
Aisha Playton
Apr 1, 20243 min read
Abduraouph Kamaar Recognised in 2023 Managing IP Rankings
Our Managing Director, Abduraouph Kamaar, has been honoured with the prestigious Rising Star ranking in the 2023 IP Stars Awards.
Aisha Playton
Feb 11, 20241 min read
Hip-Hop's Copyright Code: A Deep Dive Into How The Genre Has Forged Its Own Ethic in IP
Do you love hip-hop? Well, we've put together an in-depth report on the mega-music genre in celebration of its 50th anniversary.
Aisha Playton
Nov 7, 202312 min read
South Africa to Liberalise Exchange Control for Intellectual Property
Do you have intellectual property rights in South Africa? Click the link to access the latest IP measure released by the Exchange Control.
Ross Lefoka
Jun 8, 20232 min read
Intellectual Property Trend Report: April 2020
Here are the most fascinating trends in Intellectual Property for April 2020.
Aisha Playton
Jun 6, 20233 min read
COVID-19 Trademark Craze: How To Incorporate a Virus Into Your Branding
With the onset of the pandemic, many shrewd entrepreneurs have jumped at the opportunity to incorporate the term "COVID" into their branding
Ross Lefoka
Jun 6, 20232 min read
.africa Domain Name Extension has Officially Launched
The future is African! We discuss how you can get your hands on a .africa domain name.
Ross Lefoka
Jun 6, 20231 min read
Copy Cat Competitors & How To Handle Them: Unpacking The Sexy Socks VS Woolworths Infringement Saga
Sexy Socks are embroiled in a not-so-sexy scandal with African retail magnate, Woolworths. Claire Gibson Pienaar walks us through the facts.
Claire Gibson-Pienaar
May 27, 20233 min read
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