USPTO TTAB Opposition: OpenAI vs. Ana IP Holdings
Summary
The USPTO's Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) has issued a decision regarding an opposition filed by OpenAI OpCo, LLC against Ana IP Holdings LLC concerning the ANAGPT mark. The proceeding, identified as Opposition TTAB91304192, was filed on December 31, 2025.
What changed
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) has issued a decision in Opposition Proceeding TTAB91304192, where OpenAI OpCo, LLC is the plaintiff opposing the ANAGPT mark sought by Ana IP Holdings LLC. The filing date for this opposition was December 31, 2025, and the decision was issued on March 18, 2026. The abstract indicates a suspension, pending disposition of an outstanding motion.
This proceeding directly impacts intellectual property professionals and legal counsel involved in trademark disputes. Companies seeking to register marks that may conflict with existing brands, particularly those owned by major technology firms like OpenAI, must carefully navigate opposition proceedings. Legal teams should review the specific motions and the TTAB's reasoning for suspension or disposition to advise clients on potential outcomes and next steps in trademark prosecution and defense.
What to do next
- Review TTAB decision TTAB91304192 for details on the outstanding motion and its disposition.
- Assess potential impact on ANAGPT mark registration and OpenAI's existing trademarks.
- Consult with legal counsel regarding trademark opposition strategy.
Source document (simplified)
Opposition: ANAGPT
Opposition TTAB91304192-20260318 Kind: OPP Mar 18, 2026
Abstract
SUSP PEND DISP OF OUTSTNDNG MOT
Plaintiff: OpenAI OpCo, LLC
Defendant: Ana IP Holdings LLC
Mark at issue: ANAGPT
Filing Date
2025-12-31
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