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Crowdfunding Businesses: Canada MSB License Required

On April 05, 2022, the Government of Canada announced a number of changes that impact the financial services industry. One of these changes occurred through the amendment to the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA). The changes mostly pertained to broadening PCMLTFA’s regulatory capture to include crowdfunding businesses that operate in Canada. As such,
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The Metaverse Series Part 2: Trademark Infringement in the Metaverse

In Part 1 of the Metaverse Series, we discussed the feasibility of registering a trademark for use in the Metaverse. In Part 2, we will discuss potential triggers of trademark infringement in the Metaverse. What Constitutes Trademark Infringement? Pursuant to Section 19 of the Trademarks Act, a trademark registrant has the exclusive right to use
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The Metaverse Series Part 1: Can I Trademark the Metaverse in Canada?

What is the Metaverse? The Metaverse is an extensive set of interconnected computer networks producing real-time rendered 3D virtual spaces or worlds which allow users to feel a sense of ‘reality’. Many people view the Metaverse as the next stage of the Internet from  “Web 2.0” (participatory stage/user-generated content and the current stage of the
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I Think I Have a Claim, But is it Worth Pursuing?

To preface this blog, I remind you this blog does not constitute legal advice, nor should you treat it as such. Each case is different and you should not rely upon my commentary below to make an important decision about your case. My aim is to provide you with some reasons why you should consider
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