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From Eurovision to Zumba: the latest IP rulings across the Baltics
Welcome to the latest edition of Sorainen’s IP Newsflash. In this issue, we cover recent court decisions from across the Baltics on trademark infringement, customs enforcement and copyright, including the dispute over Estonia’s Eurovision-winning song. We also look at plans to rename the patent offices in Latvia and Lithuania, new EU-wide protection for geographical indications […]
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EMPCO Directive: new consumer transparency rules
Overview On 27 September 2026, new consumer transparency rules will become applicable in the EU. Directive (EU) 2024/825 (EmpCo Directive), applicable from 27 September 2026, introduces stricter rules targeting greenwashing, misleading sustainability labels and early product obsolescence. Businesses will no longer be able to rely on unsubstantiated generic green claims, uncertified sustainability labels or climate-neutrality […]
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Protecting what makes you unique – autumn IP highlights from Sorainen
Innovation, creativity, and reputation are at the heart of every successful business – and all three rely on strong intellectual property protection. In this issue, our intellectual property experts share the latest cases from across the Baltic region, which reveal how intellectual property continues to shape business, culture and innovation. Estonia: The underwear saga: why […]