Just in time for Halloween, the German Patent and Trademark Office (DPMA) has launched an informative website that explores the intersection of Halloween and intellectual property. From eerie inventions to ghoulish designs, the site showcases real patents and trademarks that bring the spooky season to life—demonstrating that even ghostly gadgets and pumpkin-shaped candy carriers are protected by IP rights.
This initiative is more than seasonal fun. It illustrates how deeply intellectual property is woven into our daily lives, even in contexts we might not expect. Whether it’s costumes, decorations, or themed products, IP rights ensure that creativity and innovation are rewarded and protected. The DPMA’s Halloween page reminds us that behind many clever ideas there exists a legal framework that supports inventors, designers, and entrepreneurs.
In a world where seasonal trends quickly become commercial phenomena, the importance of IP is clearer than ever.