Turkey: Intellectual Property

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Intellectual Property Protection In Mobile Games: Where Does Inspiration End And Infringement Begin?
Türkiye has established itself as one of the leading players in the global mobile gaming industry. According to various industry reports, the Turkish mobile gaming market's volume surpassed USD 1 billion in 2025[NF1.1], while Turkish-based [NF2.1]studios such as Peak Games, Gram Games, Rollic Games and Dream Games have achieved remarkable international success. As the industry continues to expand, so do the legal questions surrounding the creation, commercialisation and protection of mobile games.
Turkey IP
ÖD
Ozdirekcan Dundar Senocak Ak Avukatlik Ortakligi
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Counterfeit Perfume Packaging And Components In Türkiye: Recent Developments In Criminal Trademark Enforcement
Counterfeit perfume enforcement does not always involve finished products ready for sale. In raids targeting manufacturers, warehouses and suppliers, authorities may instead encounter empty perfume bottles, caps, packaging materials, labels, molds/printing plates and other components bearing counterfeit trademarks, which are intended to be assembled or filled at a later stage.
Turkey IP
ÖD
Ozdirekcan Dundar Senocak Ak Avukatlik Ortakligi
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Evaluation Of Bad Faith In Trademark Applications Under Turkish Trademark Law
Bad faith in trademark applications poses significant challenges in Turkish intellectual property law, particularly when applicants seek unfair competitive advantages or attempt to manipulate the registration system. This comprehensive analysis examines how Turkish courts and authorities evaluate bad faith claims, exploring the legal framework, procedural standards, and comparative perspectives from EU law that shape trademark protection in Turkey.
Turkey IP
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Gun + Partners
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Intellectual Property Protection In Mobile Games: Where Does Inspiration End And Infringement Begin?
Türkiye has established itself as one of the leading players in the global mobile gaming industry. According to various industry reports, the Turkish mobile gaming market's volume surpassed USD 1 billion in 2025[NF1.1], while Turkish-based [NF2.1]studios such as Peak Games, Gram Games, Rollic Games and Dream Games have achieved remarkable international success. As the industry continues to expand, so do the legal questions surrounding the creation, commercialisation and protection of mobile games.
Turkey IP
ÖD
Ozdirekcan Dundar Senocak Ak Avukatlik Ortakligi
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February 2026: Key Developments In Law And Technology
Significant developments in law and technology emerged in February 2026, including a new Turkish Personal Data Protection Board principle decision, proposed digital copyright regulation for online platforms, pay transparency discussions, OECD guidance on artificial intelligence, and a DSA investigation concerning TikTok. This update provides insights on these developments alongside recent judicial decisions in labour law and personal data protection.
Turkey Technology
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Tunc Firat Dereli
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The Proposed Amendments To Law No. 5846 On Intellectual And Artistic Works
The Turkish Grand National Assembly is examining a comprehensive proposal to amend copyright law in response to the digital economy and artificial intelligence era. The proposed legislation introduces extended collective licensing systems for digital uses and establishes a novel two-way licensing mechanism specifically addressing AI systems' use of copyrighted content during both training and output generation phases.
Turkey IP
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Gun + Partners
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5846 Sayılı Fikir Ve Sanat Eserleri Kanununda Değişiklik Yapılmasına Dair Kanun Teklifi
Turkey's proposed amendments to its Intellectual Property Law introduce groundbreaking extended collective licensing systems for digital content and artificial intelligence applications. The draft legislation establishes a dual licensing framework covering both AI training inputs and commercial outputs, while implementing a centralized collective management structure through joint licensing organizations.
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Türkiye’de Kişisel Verilerin Korunması ve Gizlilik Hukuku Önemli Gelişmeler ve Öngörülerimiz - 2026
This collection presents comprehensive analyses of Turkey's evolving legal landscape across multiple specialized domains, examining recent developments in patent law, copyright, data protection, trademark regulations, pharmaceutical and life sciences law, and media and advertising regulations. Each report explores the intersection of technological advancement, regulatory changes, and judicial precedents shaping these critical areas of Turkish law.
Turkey IP
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Gun + Partners
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Ruhsatlandırma hazırlığının ötesinde Bolar: AB İlaç Paketi, Türkiye’nin deneyimi ve TRIPS’e uygunluk
The European Commission's proposed EU Pharmaceutical Package significantly expands the Bolar exemption beyond traditional regulatory approval activities to include pricing, reimbursement, health technology assessments, and public procurement participation. This expansion raises critical questions about whether such broad exceptions remain compatible with TRIPS Article 30 requirements, particularly when commercial activities like tender submissions may constitute offers for sale rather than purely regulatory
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İş Sözleşmelerinde Rekabet Yasağı: Geçerlilik Şartları Ve Sınırları
İş ilişkisi, niteliği gereği taraflar arasında güven unsuruna dayanan sürekli bir hukuki ilişkidir. İşçi, iş sözleşmesi devam ettiği sürece işverenin menfaatlerini koruma, sadakat borcuna uygun davranma ve işverenle rekabet etmeme yükümlülüğü altındadır. Ancak iş sözleşmesinin sona ermesiyle birlikte işçinin çalışma özgürlüğü ve ekonomik geleceğini serbestçe belirleme hakkı gündeme gelir.
Turkey Employment
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Sakar Law Office
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