Spoor & Fisher
When Tariffs Backfire: Fuelling the Fake Goods Trade
16th October 2025 In recent years, the world has seen the global supply chain impacted by the implementation of tariffs by various countries. While the intention... →
The Name of a Showgirl: Taylor Kelce or Mr. Swift?
6th October 2025 When Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement, it didn’t just make headlines – it scored a pop-culture touchdown. A pop icon meets... →
Is it just influencing or is it more than that?
8th September 2025 For influencers and brand-owners alike, a few clever words can go a long way and even lead to serious earnings. Slogans, taglines, and... →
Is Lady Gaga facing the music, or is a surf giant attempting to ride the wave of her merchandising success?
1st September 2025 Trade mark owners across the globe often wonder why they need to register their trade name or logo, especially when they are unclear about its... →
Counterfeit Crackdown: Fake Pots Boiled Over in R1-million Bust
20th March 2025 In a significant victory for brand protection and consumer safety, Spoor & Fisher’s anti-counterfeiting department supported a police bust in March... →
Shaping Tomorrow – Women at the Forefront of Science and IP
26th April 2024 As we celebrate World Intellectual Property Day, our focus is on the remarkable contributions of innovative South African individuals, specifically... →
SA lagging as EU design laws are modernised for a digital era
28th April 2023 The European Union (EU) is currently undertaking a review of its design laws, with the aim of making design law protection more relevant as the... →
Influencer marketing: What you need to know about trade mark / copyright infringement
27th March 2023 Influencers frequently advertise or post reviews on products/ brands on social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, providing... →
