Russia sees looming brand war over Pussy Riot
Rising number of people attempt to patent name for personal gain amid high demand for band’s merchandise.
Published On 9 Nov 2012
A brand war is looming in Russia over the name “Pussy Riot” – the all-female punk band whose fame skyrocketed after being imprisoned for staging an anti-Kremlin protest in a Moscow cathedral in February.
There are reports that a rising number of individuals in the country are attempting to patent the name for personal gain, amid increasing demand for Pussy Riot merchandise.
Rory Challands reports from Moscow.
Source: Al Jazeera