IBM BLU Trademark

Trademark Overview


On Thursday, December 12, 2013, a trademark application was filed for IBM BLU with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO has given the IBM BLU trademark a serial number of 79146587. The federal status of this trademark filing is SECTION 71 ACCEPTED as of Thursday, July 17, 2025. This trademark is owned by International Business Machines; Corporation. The IBM BLU trademark is filed in the Communication Services, Computer & Software Products & Electrical & Scientific Products, and Computer & Software Services & Scientific Services categories with the following description:

[ Computer hardware, namely, computers, computer servers and computer storage devices; ] computer programs for controlling operations and executing computer systems, software and computer networks; computer programs for connecting networks and computer systems, servers and apparatus for storage of different kinds; operating system software; computer programs for linking computers together and for enabling computer activities across a global computer network; computer programs for the management of systems, software and processes existing within an information technology environment; computer[ systems combining hardware and ] software, [ namely, ] for use in management and analysis of data; instruction manuals sold with the above-mentioned goods; cloud computing system, namely, networked computer [ hardware and ] software for dynamic provisioning, virtualization and measurement of consumption in the field of computer resources

[ Provision of multiple user access to information, data, communications, content, goods and services via a global network and wireless communication apparatus; electronic transmission of data and documents via computer terminals; teleconferencing and web conferencing services; provision of multiple user access to global information networks for the transfer and dissemination of a wide range of information; provision of online forums for transmission of messages among computer users; provision of private and secure communication ]

[ Computer system integration services; computer consultation services; consulting services in the field of design, selection, implementation and use of computer hardware and software systems for others; technical support services, namely, troubleshooting in the nature of diagnosing problems of computers, servers and computer programs; computer system design services for others; computer system analysis; interconnection of computers and computer programs, namely, integration of computer systems and computer networks; testing of computer programs and computer hardware, namely, software, computer and server testing of others to ensure proper functionality and performance; installation, updating and maintenance of computer programs; computer programming services for others; cloud computing services, particularly dynamic provisioning, virtualization and measurement of consumption in the field of computer resources ]
ibm blu

General Information


Serial Number79146587
Word MarkIBM BLU
Filing DateThursday, December 12, 2013
Status706 - SECTION 71 ACCEPTED
Status DateThursday, July 17, 2025
Registration Number4725789
Registration DateTuesday, April 28, 2015
Mark Drawing4 - Illustration: Drawing with word(s) / letter(s) / number(s) in Block form
Published for Opposition DateTuesday, February 10, 2015

Trademark Statements


Goods and Services[ Computer hardware, namely, computers, computer servers and computer storage devices; ] computer programs for controlling operations and executing computer systems, software and computer networks; computer programs for connecting networks and computer systems, servers and apparatus for storage of different kinds; operating system software; computer programs for linking computers together and for enabling computer activities across a global computer network; computer programs for the management of systems, software and processes existing within an information technology environment; computer[ systems combining hardware and ] software, [ namely, ] for use in management and analysis of data; instruction manuals sold with the above-mentioned goods; cloud computing system, namely, networked computer [ hardware and ] software for dynamic provisioning, virtualization and measurement of consumption in the field of computer resources
Goods and Services[ Provision of multiple user access to information, data, communications, content, goods and services via a global network and wireless communication apparatus; electronic transmission of data and documents via computer terminals; teleconferencing and web conferencing services; provision of multiple user access to global information networks for the transfer and dissemination of a wide range of information; provision of online forums for transmission of messages among computer users; provision of private and secure communication ]
Pseudo MarkINTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES BLUE
Goods and Services[ Computer system integration services; computer consultation services; consulting services in the field of design, selection, implementation and use of computer hardware and software systems for others; technical support services, namely, troubleshooting in the nature of diagnosing problems of computers, servers and computer programs; computer system design services for others; computer system analysis; interconnection of computers and computer programs, namely, integration of computer systems and computer networks; testing of computer programs and computer hardware, namely, software, computer and server testing of others to ensure proper functionality and performance; installation, updating and maintenance of computer programs; computer programming services for others; cloud computing services, particularly dynamic provisioning, virtualization and measurement of consumption in the field of computer resources ]

Classification Information


International Class038 - Services allowing people to communicate with another by a sensory means.
US Class Codes100, 101, 104
Class Status CodeG - NOT AVAILABLE
Class Status DateTuesday, September 14, 2021
Primary Code038
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class009 - Scientific, nautical, surveying, photographic, cinematographic, optical, weighing, measuring, signalling, checking (supervision), life-saving and teaching apparatus and instruments; apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling electricity; apparatus for recording, transmission or reproduction of sound or images; magnetic data carriers, recording discs; automatic vending machines and mechanisms for coin operated apparatus; cash registers, calculating machines, data processing equipment and computers; fire extinguishing apparatus.
US Class Codes021, 023, 026, 036, 038
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, September 14, 2021
Primary Code009
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class042 - Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; industrial analysis and research services; design and development of computer hardware and software.
US Class Codes100, 101
Class Status CodeG - NOT AVAILABLE
Class Status DateTuesday, September 14, 2021
Primary Code042
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

Trademark Owner History


Party NameInternational Business Machines Corporation
Party Type30 - Original Registrant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressArmonk, NY 10504

Party NameInternational Business Machines; Corporation
Party Type20 - Owner at Publication
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressARMONK, NY 10504

Party NameInternational Business Machines; Corporation
Party Type10 - Original Applicant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressARMONK, NY 10504

Trademark Events


Event DateEvent Description
Friday, May 16, 2014LIMITATION FROM ORIGINAL APPLICATION ENTERED
Thursday, May 15, 2014SN ASSIGNED FOR SECT 66A APPL FROM IB
Monday, May 19, 2014NEW APPLICATION OFFICE SUPPLIED DATA ENTERED
Monday, May 19, 2014ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Friday, May 23, 2014APPLICATION FILING RECEIPT MAILED
Saturday, May 31, 2014NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN
Sunday, June 1, 2014NON-FINAL ACTION (IB REFUSAL) PREPARED FOR REVIEW
Monday, June 2, 2014REFUSAL PROCESSED BY MPU
Monday, June 2, 2014NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED - REFUSAL SENT TO IB
Friday, June 20, 2014REFUSAL PROCESSED BY IB
Tuesday, December 2, 2014TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED
Tuesday, December 2, 2014CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Wednesday, December 3, 2014TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED
Monday, December 15, 2014APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Friday, January 2, 2015ASSIGNED TO LIE
Friday, January 2, 2015LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED
Wednesday, January 21, 2015NOTIFICATION OF NOTICE OF PUBLICATION E-MAILED
Wednesday, January 21, 2015NOTICE OF START OF OPPOSITION PERIOD CREATED, TO BE SENT TO IB
Wednesday, January 21, 2015NOTIFICATION OF POSSIBLE OPPOSITION SENT TO IB
Friday, February 6, 2015NOTIFICATION PROCESSED BY IB
Tuesday, February 10, 2015PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
Tuesday, February 10, 2015OFFICIAL GAZETTE PUBLICATION CONFIRMATION E-MAILED
Tuesday, April 28, 2015REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Tuesday, July 28, 2015FINAL DISPOSITION NOTICE CREATED, TO BE SENT TO IB
Friday, August 28, 2015FINAL DISPOSITION PROCESSED
Friday, August 28, 2015FINAL DISPOSITION NOTICE SENT TO IB
Friday, October 2, 2015FINAL DECISION TRANSACTION PROCESSED BY IB
Friday, October 23, 2015NEW REPRESENTATIVE AT IB RECEIVED
Friday, March 4, 2016NEW REPRESENTATIVE AT IB RECEIVED
Thursday, October 13, 2016TEAS SECTION 7 REQUEST RECEIVED
Wednesday, January 25, 2017CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Thursday, January 26, 2017POST REGISTRATION ACTION MAILED - SEC. 7
Monday, June 26, 2017TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION-POST REG RECEIVED
Thursday, June 29, 2017POST REGISTRATION ACTION MAILED - SEC. 7
Thursday, November 30, 2017CHANGE OF NAME/ADDRESS REC'D FROM IB
Tuesday, September 17, 2019TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Tuesday, September 17, 2019ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Tuesday, April 28, 2020COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 71 (6-YR) E-MAILED
Wednesday, April 14, 2021TEAS SECTION 71 RECEIVED
Friday, August 27, 2021CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Tuesday, September 14, 2021REGISTERED - PARTIAL SEC 71 ACCEPTED
Tuesday, September 14, 2021NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 71 - E-MAILED
Saturday, May 14, 2022PARTIAL INVALIDATION OF REG EXT PROTECTION CREATED
Monday, August 8, 2022GENERIC MADRID TRANSACTION CREATED
Monday, August 8, 2022GENERIC MADRID TRANSACTION SENT TO IB
Wednesday, November 30, 2022GENERIC MADRID TRANSACTION CREATED
Wednesday, November 30, 2022GENERIC MADRID TRANSACTION SENT TO IB
Tuesday, December 27, 2022PARTIAL INVALIDATION PROCESSED BY THE IB
Thursday, November 23, 2023INTERNATIONAL REGISTRATION RENEWED
Sunday, April 28, 2024COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 71 (10-YR) E-MAILED
Friday, April 18, 2025ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Friday, April 18, 2025TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Friday, April 18, 2025TEAS WITHDRAWAL OF ATTORNEY RECEIVED-FIRM RETAINS
Friday, April 18, 2025TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Tuesday, April 22, 2025TEAS SECTION 71 RECEIVED
Tuesday, July 15, 2025CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Thursday, July 17, 2025REGISTERED-SEC.71 ACCEPTED
Thursday, July 17, 2025NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 71 - E-MAILED
Monday, August 18, 2025TEAS WITHDRAWAL OF ATTORNEY RECEIVED-FIRM RETAINS
Monday, August 18, 2025TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Monday, August 18, 2025TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED
Monday, August 18, 2025ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Monday, August 18, 2025APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED
Monday, August 18, 2025TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED