SMRTR ProgrammingJan 15, 2025TechSpot

Oracle won't relinquish JavaScript trademark, so the JS community prepares for court battle

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A legal dispute over the "JavaScript" trademark is unfolding, with Oracle claiming ownership while Deno Land and JS community members challenge this in court. They argue the term is generic and Oracle hasn't contributed to its development. Oracle must respond by February 3, with the dispute potentially lasting until 2026. This follows a failed attempt to cancel Oracle's trademark through the USPTO. The community seeks to demonstrate Oracle's lack of involvement in JavaScript's evolution.

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