Big tech company Apple recently sued an indie musician, and the reason behind the lawsuit is ridiculous. The musician, Stephanie Carlisi, has a stage name, 'Franki Pineapple,' and according to Apple, that's too close to their name.
The company claimed in the filing that Apple and Pineapple were "both the names of fruits, and thus convey a similar commercial impression."
Carlisi fought the lawsuit and won, but now must state that 'Franki Pineapple' is not her real name on her trademark application.
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