Türkiye Legal Update - February 2025
Born in Elazığ on the east of Türkiye, Saim Dursun, depicts, with the warm liveliness of light and color on his spatula, the true Anatolian picture uncovering the strong willpower of Turkish people and their joy of life despite hardship. Painter Saim Dursun passed away in August 13, 2021 at the age of 62.
The Regional Administrative Court’s Decision on Trade Secrets And The Administration’s Responsibility Against Unfair Competition
Regional Court reaffirmed the need for transparency in regulatory processes while maintaining a balanced approach to trade secret protections, ensuring that legal recourse is not unduly obstructed.
New Regulation on Electronic Maintenance of Commercial Books Not Related to the Accounting of the Business
New rules in Turkey regulate the electronic maintenance of non-accounting commercial books. Companies should make their assessments whether they fall under the Communiqué’s scope and ensure compliance accordingly.
“7 Notes” and the Dilemma of Originality: The Limits of Plagiarism and Inspiration in Musical Works
The recent cases from Türkiye and the world invite us to explore the fine line between plagiarism and inspiration in musical works, highlighting the challenges of determining originality and the need to balance creative freedom with protecting intellectual property.
Insights from ICANN 81 and Domain Name Disputes in Türkiye
ICANN 81 in Istanbul highlighted key internet governance topics, including the New gTLD Program and RDRS challenges. Türkiye's TRABIS system, managing ".tr" domains, introduced a UDRP-like dispute resolution. Continuous improvements will enhance efficiency and fairness.
Significant Developments in the Implementation of the Turkish Commercial Code in 2025
Capital loss facilitations have been extended until 2026 to give companies more flexibility to manage their finances. Administrative fines have also been increased by 43.93% for 2025. Companies should keep compliance priority to avoid penalty.