Ever heard of Tigeraire? They're a cool-air tech company from Louisiana that's making waves in the sports world. It's not just about their personal cooling devices; they're also in a heated battle over a logo. Tigeraire says Tiger Woods and his golf apparel company, Sun Day Red, are using a logo that's too similar to theirs. The dispute is over a leaping tiger design, which Tigeraire claims infringes on their copyright.

Jack Karavich, Tigeraire's CEO, is not happy. He says the Sun Day Red logo causes confusion and is nearly identical to theirs. Tigeraire's logo is inspired by Louisiana State University's "Bayou Bengals" and their sports mascot. They've even filed a notice of opposition with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to stop Sun Day Red from getting their trademark.

But why the fuss? Well, Sun Day Red is a big deal, owned by TaylorMade Golf and a South Korean investment firm. When Woods launched the golf apparel line, he said the tiger logo has 15 stripes, representing his 15 major tournament wins. Tigeraire feels their logo is being ripped off, even though they started selling to golfers in 2023, a year before Sun Day Red.

Karavich explains that golf is a bigger market, with around 70 million golfers worldwide. They've tried to settle the issue amicably, but Sun Day Red filed a lawsuit instead. Tigeraire expects the case to be dismissed, but the confusion over the logos is real. People have accused Tigeraire of copying Sun Day Red's logo, which is frustrating for the Louisiana startup.

This battle isn't just about logos; it's about brand identity and protection. Tigeraire wants to safeguard their unique design and the story behind it. So, the fight continues, and we'll have to wait and see how the courts decide.

Tiger Woods' Logo in Hot Water: A Cool Tech Company Fights Back

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