Karachi: Pakistan Stock Exchange Limited (PSX) has issued a stern warning to the public regarding the unauthorized use of its logo and other proprietary materials. The notice emphasizes the legal implications of misusing PSX intellectual property across various mediums including social media platforms, business cards, and stationery.

According to information available from the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), this move is part of an effort to safeguard its intellectual assets which include its name, logo, and social media profiles. The exchange has clear ownership over these properties and has expressed its intent to legally pursue any individual or corporate entity that uses these assets without permission.

The prohibition detailed by PSX covers a wide range of unauthorized activities, such as using the PSX logo on stationery, business cards, or social media platforms, as well as impersonating a PSX employee or executive. The exchange’s management has declared a zero-tolerance policy towards any such violations, underscoring that all associated legal costs and consequences will fall upon the infringing party.

PSX also highlighted the risks associated with engaging or seeking advice from entities not officially authorized to represent its interests. It disclaimed any responsibility for losses or damages incurred through interactions with unofficial or unsanctioned representations of its intellectual property. This includes engagements with unauthorized social media pages, posts, web groups, or WhatsApp groups.

The exchange strongly advises individuals and entities to conduct due diligence before subscribing to or taking advice from any unofficial sources related to PSX properties. This proactive approach by PSX aims to prevent potential legal issues and protect the public from misinformation and fraudulent activities associated with unauthorized use of its intellectual properties.