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The long-standing joint trademark held by Marvel and DC Comics on the term “super hero” has been canceled following a successful petition by attorney Adam Adler, creator of ‘Superbabies.’ Adler argued that the term had become generic and should not be monopolized by the two entertainment giants. In his statement, Adler remarked, “What Marvel and DC were doing is really just the opposite and contrary to the values of their own heroes.” For more details, read the original report here.
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