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IIPLA reviews the policy implications of Policy, Vietnam, US Vietnam, with practical notes for USA IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.
As charities expand their branding and online presence, they become targets for sophisticated intellectual property scams, including fraudulent trade mark invoices and misleading domain name solicitations. Trustees must recognise intellectual property as a critical asset, implement protective measures such as trade ma…
This article delivers a thorough assessment of technology transfer offices (TTOs) at prominent US research universities, examining their operational effectiveness, performance indicators, and strategic approaches. It highlights the variability in outcomes, identifies critical success factors, and discusses policy and…
Ahmed Alsallal, a Saudi producer and poet, leverages his artistic talents to advance intellectual property (IP) awareness across the Gulf region. Known for creating patriotic “national songs” and producing works with hundreds of millions of views, Alsallal recently composed the sonic signature for the Riyadh Design La…
Indigenous knowledge and plant resources in Africa face persistent threats from biopiracy—illegal exploitation by corporations and foreign entities. Despite recent international treaties mandating disclosure of genetic resource origins and benefit sharing, experts warn that structural inequalities and inadequate recog…
A viral video posted by South African influencer Farming Blonde has propelled the phrase “Kyk wat doen ’n blazer” into nationwide prominence, prompting questions about whether such overnight virality can establish protectable trademark goodwill. Traditionally, trademark recognition required years of consistent use and…
The Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines, enacted in 1997, has largely remained unchanged despite sweeping technological advances. As digital platforms and artificial intelligence reshape creative and commercial landscapes, lawmakers and industry stakeholders emphasize the urgent need to amend the law to prot…
Video games, with their complex blend of audiovisual, code, and narrative elements, currently lack a clear legal definition under EU intellectual property law. This ambiguity raises questions about authorship, protection scope, and enforcement across jurisdictions. Experts consider whether a unitary legal framework or…
The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) publishes copyright notices to offer clear, reliable guidance on complex or misunderstood areas of copyright law. This service aims to assist those without expert legal advice, including small and medium enterprises and educational institutions, by clarifying lawful uses of co…
IIPLA reviews the ai & ip implications of AI & IP, Barry J. Schindler An, United States, with practical notes for USA IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.
This article explores the argument that patents, while designed to protect inventors, can paradoxically obstruct innovation by creating legal and economic barriers. It delves into the complexities of patent law and its impact on the development and dissemination of new technologies.
Many law students without hard-science or engineering degrees wonder if they can build a career in intellectual property law. While patent prosecution requires technical qualifications, numerous opportunities exist in copyright, trademark, patent litigation, licensing, and policy work that do not demand a scientific b…