- Design it to be sufficiently distinctive for trademark registration
- Make sure that there are no prior icons that are confusingly similar. Make proper searches at least in trademark class 9 and in that class where the underlying service (banking, transportation, etc.) belongs
- Register your app icon as a trademark in class 9 and in the class where the underlying service belongs
- Make sure you can show in written agreements the transfer of copyright from the designer to your company (even when the icon is designed by an employee)
The Olympic Games and Intellectual Property
The Paris Olympic Games, taking place between 26 July and 11 August, represent not only a pinnacle of athletic achievement but also a significant convergence of intellectual property. From the iconic five-ring symbol to cutting-edge product innovations and athlete trademarks, the games are a showcase of global brands and technologies.