I get this question a lot: “What’s the difference between a Trademark and a Copyright?” Usually, that’s followed by: “Ok, so do I need an attorney to Trademark or Copyright my IP?” Today, I’m going to address both questions in some detail, focusing primarily on licensing your intellectual property.
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Banksy: Should this guy get to Trademark his pseudonym and stay anonymous?
Maybe you have heard of the famous street artist known to the public as Banksy. For those of you who have not heard of Banksy, here’s four facts to catch you up to speed: (1) the name Banksy is the pseudonym for a spectacularly popular British graffiti (or, “street”) artist; (2) Banksy does not want you to know Banksy’s actual identity; (3) so far, Banksy’s efforts have been successful in making sure you do not know Banksy’s identity; and, (4) Banksy has received trademark protection for the pseudonym “Banksy” from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (hereinafter “USPTO”). Continue reading