Has anyone been caught out by the 'Olympic' name

[lancsman]

In the pub discussion over the weekend someone mentioned an article on SEDO relating to the very strong protection of the Olympic name, and the obvious derivities.

What was more surprising was that they seem to be able to 'protect' references to such generic words/phrases as 'London 2012' or indeed the use of '2012' itself. The article references a case where someone sought to use '2012' in the context of a completely un-olympic event in London next year .... and lost. Can they really reach this far ?????

Has anyone hit problems with actual or potential use of such phrases ?

I had a little idea related to 'information of ticket & package availability' - but am certainly not ready for such a dog-fight - so have quietly dropped the idea, and will let the domain name die.

Regards

John

 

[Edwin]

http://www.ipo.gov.uk/ipinsight-200911-4.htm
http://www.london2012.com/about-us/our-brand/frequently-asked-questions.php
http://www.advertisingcompliancelaw... London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.PDF

and so on... Definitely not worth the risk.

 

[newguy]

Yeah, sounds too risky to me. I'd steer clear.

 

[grantw]

Nominet even have a dedicated page regarding it:

http://www.nominet.org.uk/disputes/legalinfo/olympics/

Grant

 

[lancsman]

Thanks guys, It was one of those 'Seemed a good idea at the time' ideas - but glad I heard about all his before I got in too deep.

I have pulled what was a temporary '123 parking' page off the domain name - and deleted the domain forwarding link. Now all any exact type-in will get is a 123 parking page with 'Domain data not found'.

I shall write the registration cost off to a 'learning experience' - of which I am sure there will be a few more over time

Perhaps a timely reminder to those who have any thoughts in this area.

Thanks gain Guys.

John

 

[MrFrisbee]

Whist it is ridiculous that they can get these sorts of rights (and they are granted by special Government support) it is all part of the bid package required to secure the Olympics.

Similar in things like the European Championships and World Cup - I remember they demand that they pay no tax for any earnings from the UK.

All outrageous.

Charles.