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Judge blocks use of Twitter name by rival, allows 'Tweet' and bird logo

A federal judge has granted a preliminary injunction barring startup Operation Bluebird from using the 'Twitter' name, siding with X (formerly Twitter) in a trademark dispute. However, the judge found X likely abandoned the 'Tweet' mark and the bird logo, allowing Bluebird to use them for its own service, now called Tweet.app. The court's ruling is not final, and the case will proceed in Delaware.

Why it mattersThe decision affects who can use some of the most recognizable social media branding. It also signals that companies rebranding or discontinuing trademarks may risk losing exclusive rights to them.

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TechCrunchJudge blocks X rival from using Twitter name, but allows ‘Tweet’ for now5:52 PMCNETJudge Lets Musk Keep ‘Twitter’ for Now but Forces Him to Release the Bird1:02 AM

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