It is possible to register something other than a word, slogan or logo as a trademark in the U.S.
The Community Trade Mark ("CTM") has had significant regulatory changes including, since March 23, 2016, being called the European Union Trade Mark ("EUTM").
European design protection may be faster, cheaper and better than trademark protection under some circumstances.
Here is a simplified explanation of the mysterious Creative Commons license notices or icons you sometimes see with electronic or printed copyrighted material.
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