China university trademarks emblem, sparks speculation over potential Armani logo dispute
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Zhejiang University has trademarked its eagle-shaped emblem, which resembles the Armani logo. The move has sparked speculation on social media that the university is trying to preempt a potential trademark dispute with the Italian fashion brand. The university is based in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, eastern China.
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Zhejiang University registered its eagle-shaped emblem as a trademark.
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The registration sparked heated discussion on social media suggesting the move was to prevent a possible legal battle with Armani.
Opinion- Zhejiang University registered its eagle-shaped emblem as a trademark.
- The registration is speculated to prevent a possible legal battle with luxury brand Armani.
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Loaded language removedThe prestigious Zhejiang University in eastern China has registered its eagle-shaped pattern on the school emblem as a trademark, sparking heated discussion on social media that the move was aimed at preventing a possible legal battle with the luxury brand Armani.
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The registration sparked heated discussion on social media suggesting the move was to prevent a possible legal battle with Armani.
OpinionThe China Business News reported this story.
OpinionZhejiang University registered its eagle-shaped pattern on the school emblem as a trademark.
South China Morning PostThe eagle in the university's badge bears a striking visual resemblance to the logo of Armani.
South China Morning Post