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While European patent applications can take years to grant, German utility models—known as Gebrauchsmuster—offer a fast-track alternative for immediate IP protection. These utility models grant enforcement rights comparable to patents and can be filed within weeks without substantive examination. Importantly, applican…
Jane Schoenbrun’s ‘Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma’ uses horror satire to expose the film and TV industry’s dependence on resurrecting old intellectual property. The film’s narrative and meta-commentary illustrate how franchises are repeatedly recycled, while emerging filmmakers become the new assets in a system…
Jason Sheasby, partner at Irell & Manella LLP and co-founder of TORL Biotherapeutics, discusses how the strongest patents frequently avoid courtroom battles by clarifying ownership and strengthening negotiations. His insights reveal that well-crafted patent portfolios play a critical role in preventing costly litigati…
The U.S. biopharmaceutical sector faces cyclical revenue challenges known as the patent cliff, where multiple high-revenue drugs lose exclusivity simultaneously, opening markets to generics and biosimilars. This phenomenon, while causing sharp revenue declines, is integral to the innovation cycle—spurring companies to…
Supplementary Protection Certificates (SPCs) extend patent protection for authorised medicinal products but present complex legal challenges. Recent developments and CJEU rulings continue to influence SPC requirements and strategies. J A Kemp LLP’s webinar provides expert guidance on adapting patent drafting, filing,…
At a recent Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines forum, panelists explored how artificial intelligence challenges traditional intellectual property concepts. While AI accelerates innovation and creativity, the core IP values—originality, fairness, and accountability—remain vital. The discussion emphasized t…
This article examines the convergence of the creative economy with Islamic finance, highlighting the potential synergies and challenges that arise when these two dynamic fields intersect. It explores the implications for intellectual property, investment, and sustainable economic development within global markets.
GreyB Services Pte. Ltd. endorses Orbit Intelligence for its unified patent research ecosystem, advanced AI capabilities, and robust customer support. Director Deepak Syal emphasizes the platform’s role in streamlining complex patent searches and analytics, enabling faster, more accurate decision-making within a singl…
The rapid expansion of generative artificial intelligence technologies is disrupting traditional intellectual property regimes globally. Legal systems, historically grounded in human creativity and effort, now face pressing challenges in defining authorship and patentability for AI-generated works. Courts and legislat…
Eddie Trunk offers a nuanced view on musicians selling their intellectual property, emphasizing financial necessity as a key factor. He highlights concerns about legacy dilution when outside entities control music rights and points to examples like KISS and Judas Priest to illustrate the complexities involved. Trunk u…
The 68th World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) General Assembly, held in Geneva under the presidency of Permanent Representative Carlos “King” Sorreta, was more than a routine gathering. Former Director General of the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) recounts how the event serves as a…
As defense technology increasingly intertwines with civilian and commercial sectors, intellectual property strategies must adapt to complex challenges. From secrecy orders to AI-driven inventions, companies face critical decisions on patenting, trade secrets, and cross-border protection. This article explores the nuan…