Patent thickets - dense networks of overlapping patent rights - can create hidden barriers to market entry, particularly in technology-intensive industries. Rachita Nangalia examines their impact on innovation, licensing, start-up financing, and competition, with a focus on India's legal framework and comparative perspectives from the United States and European Union.

As Indian businesses expand their digital presence, cybersquatting poses growing risks to their trademarks and online identities. Diya Naidu examines whether ICANN's Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy (UDRP) provides accessible and effective protection for Indian micro, small and medium enterprises, focusing on filing costs, procedural complexity, remedies and enforcement challenges.

As D2C brands reshape India’s digital marketplace, comparative advertising is becoming increasingly aggressive and complex. This article examines whether India’s trademark framework strikes the right balance between competitive advertising, brand protection and consumer interests.