Prince Harry experiences a significant setback in the US amid his involvement in the Invictus Games celebrations in the UK.
Despite his enthusiastic participation in the Invictus Games thanksgiving service in London, Prince Harry receives troubling news from America regarding one of his philanthropic endeavors.
Despite the absence of key royal family members, including his father, King Charles, Prince Harry remains upbeat. However, a royal commentator reveals that his charity, Sentebale, founded in 2006, encounters trademark challenges in the US, impeding its expansion efforts.
According to Royal commentator Richard Eden, as reported in the Daily Mail, Sentebale faces "trademark difficulties in the USA – hindering, at least for now, plans to expand its operations in America."
Sentebale, known for its work with young people in Lesotho and Botswana to address health, wealth, and equity issues through sustainable solutions, aimed to secure a trademark in various categories.
However, the US Patent and Trademark Office has rejected the application, citing inadequate definition of categories. Although no conflicting trademarks were found, the application lacked explicit specification of goods and services.
In a detailed ruling, the office stressed the necessity for clarity in specifying the goods and services associated with the trademark application.
Prince Harry's aspirations for expanding Sentebale's reach in America face a temporary setback as the charity navigates trademark challenges during his celebratory time at the Invictus Games.
