UKIPO Rejects Honor of Kings Trademark Challenge, 24 April 2026
Summary
UKIPO issued decision O/0344/26 on 24 April 2026 regarding a trademark challenge against HONOR OF KINGS (Figurative) and HONOR OF KINGS marks across Classes 09, 41, and 42. The decision was rendered by Hearing Officer Ms S Wilson, with grounds cited under Sections 5(1), 5(2), 5(3), and 5(4) of UK trademark law. Parties seeking to understand the outcome of this specific trademark challenge proceeding should consult the full decision.
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UKIPO issued a trademark decision (O/0344/26) concerning a challenge against the HONOR OF KINGS trademark in Classes 09, 41, and 42. The decision addressed grounds under Sections 5(1), 5(2), 5(3), and 5(4) of UK trademark law, covering issues including composite word marks, conceptual distinctions, dilution cases, and passing off.
Affected parties involved in trademark disputes or brand protection matters in the UK should note this decision as a reference point for understanding how UKIPO evaluates trademark challenges involving reputation and conceptual distinctions under UK trademark law.
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BL Number O/0344/26 Decision date 24 April 2026 Hearing Officer Ms S Wilson Mark HONOR OF KINGS (Figurative), HONOR OF KINGS Classes 09, 41, 42 Grounds
- Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Earlier Trade Marks - Composite word marks
- Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Earlier Trade Marks - Composite word and device marks
- Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Earlier Trade Marks - Conceptual distinctions
- Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Dilution Cases - Reputation
- Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Dilution Cases - Link
- Section 5(4) Earlier Rights - Passing off (Issues arising from Registry proceedings) Return to Trade mark decisions search
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