Meta Platforms opposes MADE BY METAGENO trademark - TTAB Opposition
Summary
The TTAB sustained Meta Platforms, Inc.'s opposition to the trademark application for MADE BY METAGENO filed by James Edward Sheridan. The opposition was filed on November 19, 2025, and decided on April 3, 2026. This decision prevents registration of the contested mark.
What changed
Meta Platforms, Inc. successfully opposed the registration of the trademark MADE BY METAGENO (Application No. 91303219) filed by James Edward Sheridan. The TTAB sustained the opposition, ruling in favor of Meta Platforms. The decision was issued on April 3, 2026.
Trademark applicants and their counsel should review this decision to understand the grounds for opposition and ensure their applications meet all requirements to withstand potential oppositions from established brand owners. While this is a case-specific decision, it reinforces the need for thorough trademark clearance searches and differentiation from existing marks, particularly those owned by large technology companies.
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Opposition: MADE BY METAGENO
Opposition TTAB91303219-20260403 Kind: OPP Apr 03, 2026
Abstract
BD DECISION: OPP SUSTAINED
Plaintiff: Meta Platforms, Inc.
Defendant: James Edward Sheridan
Mark at issue: MADE BY METAGENO
Filing Date
2025-11-19
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