Aviator LLC Continues Legal Battle Against Spribe

Despite settling its legal battle with Flutter Entertainment, Aviator LLC remains locked in a high-stakes trademark dispute with Spribe. The company is actively pursuing global invalidation of Spribe’s trademarks related to the Aviator name and logo.

With a final hearing scheduled for February 14 in the Georgian Court of Appeals, Aviator seeks to reinforce its exclusive rights over the Aviator brand. The legal battle, which started in Georgia’s Court of First Instance, initially resulted in a $330 million damages award against Spribe for copyright and trademark infringement.

Aviator LLC Pushes Forward with Global Trademark Battle Against Spribe

Key Developments in the Aviator vs. Spribe Case

🔹 Aviator asserts its trademark rights predate Spribe’s establishment.
🔹 Aviator aims to invalidate Spribe’s Aviator-related trademarks globally.
🔹 Flutter’s settlement with Aviator does not affect the lawsuit against Spribe.

This case highlights the growing importance of intellectual property protection in the casino gaming industry, where brand identity is a crucial asset.

Aviator’s Trademark Dispute: Background and Key Arguments

Aviator LLC claims its Aviator logo and brand identity were established in 2017, with trademarks officially registered in 2018 under City Loft LLC, the parent company of Casino Aviator and Adjarabet.

✔ Spribe was founded after Aviator’s trademarks were registered.
✔ Aviator argues that Spribe engaged in bad faith trademark registration.
✔ The dispute extends beyond Georgia to the European Union and other jurisdictions.

Aviator contends that Spribe’s use of the Aviator name and branding constitutes trademark infringement and unfair competition. The company is now taking aggressive legal action to invalidate Spribe’s trademarks worldwide.

Flutter Entertainment’s Role in the Dispute

Flutter Entertainment, which acquired Adjarabet in May 2022, signed a long-term commercial partnership with Aviator LLC to distribute Aviator-branded online games. This agreement effectively resolved Flutter’s legal conflict with Aviator, allowing them to market Aviator-based products legally.

🔹 Flutter and Aviator reached a settlement, ending their dispute.
🔹 However, the lawsuit against Spribe continues independently.
🔹 Aviator argues Spribe’s trademarks should be revoked on a global scale.

The settlement did not include the acquisition of the Aviator trademark, leaving the legal battle with Spribe unresolved.

Legal Action Expands to the European Union

In October 2023, Aviator LLC filed a case with the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) to challenge Spribe’s trademark registrations in the EU. This move signals Aviator’s intent to pursue broad legal action against Spribe’s ownership claims.

✔ The EUIPO case could set a precedent for international gambling trademarks.
✔ A ruling in Aviator’s favor may impact Spribe’s ability to operate under the Aviator name.
✔ This case underscores the importance of brand protection in the gaming industry.

If Aviator successfully invalidates Spribe’s trademarks in the EU, it could strengthen its legal position worldwide, potentially forcing Spribe to rebrand or cease using the Aviator name.

What’s Next for the Aviator vs. Spribe Legal Battle?

With the final hearing in Georgia’s Court of Appeals approaching, the outcome could shape future trademark disputes in the gambling industry. Aviator’s continued pursuit of trademark invalidation worldwide suggests a long and complex legal road ahead.

For gaming companies, this case serves as a critical reminder of the importance of early trademark registration and defensive legal strategies. Intellectual property disputes in the casino industry are becoming more frequent, as successful brands fight to protect their market identity.

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