According to Rolling Stone, as of recently, Disney is investigating a trademark registration that Deadmau5 filed for his Mau5head logo. According to Disney, the logo looks quite similar to their world famous, Micky Mouse trademark. With the possible trademark, Joel will be able to put the mau5head on absolutely anything such as toys, electronic equipment, entertainment stuff, or any other goods you can imagine. The only difference is the eyes, the mouth, and the ears.
Disney has 90 days to investigate Joel’s claim and give notice of opposition that could possibly argue the claim because it would confuse and mislead consumers.
[…] battle is now on! Back in April, Deadmau5 was being investigated by Disney for infringing on their copyright. Disney now filed to block Deadmau5’s trademark in the United States which Joel applied for […]