Region-focused IP developments curated by the IIPLA newsroom, including policy shifts, litigation, brand disputes, patent activity, and enforcement updates.
US trade authorities have commenced an investigation into Chinese battery maker EVE Energy after LG Energy lodged a patent complaint. This development underscores ongoing tensions and intellectual property enforcement challenges within the competitive battery manufacturing industry.
The US Consulate General in Lagos convened over 120 stakeholders from Nigeria’s music and intellectual property sectors for a three-day workshop aimed at strengthening copyright protections and unlocking investment opportunities. The event highlighted the growing global influence of Afrobeats and the critical role of…
The US Consulate General in Lagos, alongside Nigerian IP regulatory bodies and industry stakeholders, convened a three-day workshop focused on strengthening intellectual property protections within Nigeria’s burgeoning music sector. The initiative seeks to establish robust legal frameworks to support cross-border inve…
In the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers, 273 Norton Rose Fulbright lawyers in the U.S. received recognition, with 227 named to The Best Lawyers in America and 46 to Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch. Among these, seven attorneys earned the distinguished “Lawyer of the Year” title, awarded to the highest-rated lawyer in each pra…
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP announced that numerous attorneys from the firm have been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2027 edition. The honors include selections to the Lawyer of the Year list and the seventh edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch®, reflecting outstanding peer recognition across diver…
The U.S. Consulate General in Lagos hosted a comprehensive workshop engaging over 120 policymakers, legal experts, and music industry professionals to discuss strengthening intellectual property frameworks. The event underscored how robust IP protections can unlock commercial opportunities, expand revenues, and deepen…
Intellectual Property Corp has created a new dating show format for Netflix that focuses on individuals navigating romantic relationships following substantial weight loss. The concept aims to delve into the emotional and social challenges faced by participants as they explore love after physical transformation. This…
IIPLA reviews the policy implications of Policy, Iranians Charged, Alleged State-Linked Cyber Campaign, with practical notes for global IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.
Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus has inaugurated a Technology and Innovation Support Centre (TISC) to facilitate researchers and students in protecting and commercialising intellectual property. Coordinated by the Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO) and aligned with the World Intelle…
On June 30, 2026, the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet convened a pivotal hearing to assess the effectiveness of current U.S. intellectual property laws against modern digital threats. The session addressed online counterfeiting, digital piracy, A…
HWAL Inc., a multimedia holding company specializing in entertainment and intellectual property, has engaged IBN to support its corporate communications strategy. Leveraging IBN’s broad distribution network, HWAL aims to expand awareness of its music and media assets, blockchain-enabled IP management, and innovative e…
Japan's government panel has approved a draft principle code requiring generative AI businesses to disclose their AI models, training data, and data collection methods. The nonbinding code aims to balance intellectual property protection with innovation, applying a 'comply or explain' framework to both domestic and fo…
Ocean Tomo, part of J.S. Held, announced that nine of its professionals have been named to the 2026 IAM Strategy 300, a prestigious industry guide spotlighting top intellectual property strategists worldwide. The honorees represent the full spectrum of Ocean Tomo’s services, including Expert Opinion, Valuation and Str…
Vietnam’s Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism has introduced a Draft Law on Cultural Industry Development designed to foster a vibrant cultural economy by integrating creative resources, intellectual property, and technology. The draft outlines a broad definition of cultural industry activities and emphasizes stat…
ByteDance has entered into a landmark agreement with the Motion Picture Association (MPA) to bolster copyright protections for its AI-driven video and image generation technologies. This collaboration addresses longstanding concerns from Hollywood studios about the unauthorized use of copyrighted characters and celebr…
ByteDance has signed a landmark agreement with Hollywood studios to establish copyright protections for AI-generated content. This pact aims to clarify ownership and licensing rights in the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence in creative industries, reflecting growing concerns over IP rights in AI outputs.
The Cayman Islands Intellectual Property Office and Centre for Business Development are offering a series of free workshops designed to help local entrepreneurs and business owners understand and manage intellectual property. Covering trademark registration, legal risks, and IP’s role in licensing and investment, thes…
ByteDance and the Motion Picture Association (MPA) have entered into a memorandum of understanding to strengthen copyright protections for AI-generated video and image content on ByteDance’s platforms. This agreement follows months of negotiations after the MPA accused ByteDance of infringing Hollywood’s intellectual…
ByteDance, the owner of TikTok, has signed a deal with the Motion Picture Association (MPA) aimed at fostering collaboration and addressing shared interests between the social media platform and the global film industry. This agreement marks a significant step in bridging digital content platforms with traditional med…
The Motion Picture Association (MPA) and ByteDance have reached a landmark agreement aimed at enhancing copyright protections for AI-generated content. This collaboration addresses growing concerns over intellectual property rights in the context of artificial intelligence, establishing protocols to prevent unauthoriz…
Hollywood has entered into a groundbreaking copyright agreement with ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, marking the first instance of such a deal specifically focused on artificial intelligence-generated content. This development highlights the entertainment industry's proactive approach to navigating the evolvi…
ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, has officially joined the Motion Picture Association (MPA) to strengthen efforts against copyright infringement facilitated by artificial intelligence technologies. This collaboration aims to tackle the growing threat posed by AI in unauthorized content reproduction and distrib…
ByteDance has entered into a memorandum of understanding with the Motion Picture Association to prevent copyright infringement by its AI models. This agreement follows a cease-and-desist letter from the MPA and marks a significant step in cooperation between the tech giant and Hollywood studios to protect creative wor…
ByteDance has entered into a groundbreaking copyright agreement with the Motion Picture Association (MPA), aiming to set new standards for artificial intelligence (AI) use in creative content. This collaboration represents a major development in the evolving landscape of AI and intellectual property rights, particular…
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