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Trade secrets protect confidential business information, such as strategies, training programs, or dietary plans, from being disclosed or used by competitors.

Collective bargaining agreements in sports may address intellectual property rights as part of the negotiation between players' unions and team owners.

Merchandising rights refer to the permission to use sports-related intellectual property, such as team logos or player likenesses, on products for retail.

Trademarks protect logos, names, and symbols used by sports teams and organizations to distinguish their brand. Legal protection through registration prevents unauthorized use by others.

Publicity rights allow athletes to control the commercial use of their name, image, and likeness, preventing unauthorized exploitation.

Image rights allow individuals and sports teams to control and financially benefit from the commercial use of their likeness or image.

Anti-counterfeiting measures protect sports brands and merchandise from imitation, ensuring that consumers receive authentic products.

Licensing agreements allow sports organizations to authorize others to use their intellectual property rights in return for a fee, under specific conditions.

Patents protect inventions, including sports equipment and wearable technology, ensuring the inventor has exclusive rights to produce and sell the invention.

Database rights protect the investment made in collecting and presenting sports-related data, such as statistics, allowing control over database access and use.

Sponsorship agreements often involve the use of intellectual property such as team names and logos in association with a sponsor's brand, increasing exposure.

Player contracts often include clauses related to the use of a player's intellectual property, such as publicity or endorsement rights, with terms for commercial use.

Domain names referring to sports entities are protected to prevent cybersquatting and to ensure that the online presence reflects the genuine organization.

Endorsement deals are contracts where athletes or teams agree to promote a company's products or services, often involving intellectual property such as images or personal brands.

Moral rights are relevant for sports photographers or authors, acknowledging their creation and preventing others from modifying their works without permission.

Design rights protect the unique visual appearance of sports equipment and apparel, ensuring that new designs cannot be copied without authorization.

Copyrights protect original works such as game broadcasts, sports photography, and promotional materials. They prevent others from copying or distributing such works without permission.

Broadcasting rights pertain to the legal ownership and control over the distribution of live or recorded sports events, often sold to TV networks or online platforms.

Official marks are used by sports governing bodies to signify endorsement or official status, legally protected to prevent unauthorized use.