LicensingGlobal
Harvard University’s Office of Technology Development (OTD) has published detailed productivity figures spanning the last five fiscal years, highlighting key indicators such as invention disclosures, patent applications, issued patents, licensing deals, commercialization revenue, startup formations, and corporate rese…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
PatentsGlobal
Vietnam has strengthened its intellectual property (IP) legal framework and enforcement measures, responding to issues raised in the United States’ 2026 Special 301 Report. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs highlights ongoing reforms, government directives, and active cooperation with the U.S. to combat IP violations, i…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
PatentsMiddle East
The Industrial Metaverse, a convergence of AI, complex simulations, and connected digital twins, is poised to elevate Industry 4.0 by enabling smarter factories, optimized supply chains, and advanced automation. According to Arthur D. Little, this emerging market could reach $400 billion by 2030, with potential growth…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
PatentsAfrica
A regional workshop organized by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) commenced in Lomé, Togo, gathering judges from Congo, Guinea, and Togo to build capacity in handling intellectual property disputes amid evolving digital technologies. The event, running through April 7, focuses on strengthening judic…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Litigationasia
The Korea Customs Service (KCS) announced a significant increase in intellectual property rights violations detected in 2025, with total infringements valued at 278.9 billion won (approximately US$189.5 million), marking a 64 percent rise from the previous year. The surge is largely attributed to the smuggling and dis…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
PatentsGlobal
On April 18, 2026, Terra (TFSA) stock saw a marked increase linked to recent intellectual property activities. This development has positively impacted the company's cash flow, highlighting the strategic importance of IP assets in market performance.
Thursday, May 14, 2026