In this edition, you will find a welcome to Antwerp from ECTA President Mladen Vukmir as we look forward to the #ECTA42 Annual Conference later this week.

Additionally, we feature an exclusive interview with Marianne Grabrucker, President of the Circle of European Trade Mark Judges, and insights from the ECTA webinar on trade secrets in the EU. We delve into the Chinese Classification System from the perspective of trade mark use, explore the requirements and impact of the US INFORM Consumers Act and the pending SHOP SAFE Act, as well as examine the impact on IP of EU Free Trade Agreements with Latin American countries. We also discuss the controversy surrounding the refresh of beloved and iconic brands.

Further articles explore the interplay between AI, data protection, and trade secrets; geographical indications in India; the rising tide of counterfeits in India; and the protection of Maori trade marks in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Learn about Brand Action - their amazing group of volunteers and presence at the ECTA Annual Conference. Get a sneak peek of the next ECTA Autumn Meeting in Seville and much more. Stay updated with ECTA Committee news and join us in welcoming our new members!

A print-friendly version is available for members only in the Library section of the ECTA private site. We thank the ECTA Publications Committee for compiling another great issue.

Enjoy reading it!