PatentsMiddle East
Saudi Arabia is transitioning its innovation focus from manufacturing to creating and owning intellectual property, aiming to transform research and development into strategic economic assets. Ahmad Saleh of Al Tamimi & Company outlines how institutional reforms and policy frameworks are positioning the Kingdom to com…
Thursday, September 17, 2026
PatentsAfrica
Nigeria’s Federal Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) via SMEDAN, aiming to empower SMEs by facilitating intellectual property protection. This initiative seeks to transform Nigerian businesses’ ideas and innovations into commercial assets, foste…
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
PatentsLatin America
Mexico's Ministry of Economy has launched multiple initiatives to enhance global trade relations, protect geographical indications, and strengthen the country's innovation ecosystem. Key developments include the official designation of Michoacán avocados as a protected Geographical Indication, the UK's accession to th…
Thursday, June 25, 2026
PatentsLatin America
Brazil is actively updating its intellectual property policies to accommodate artificial intelligence innovations. Key focuses include ensuring transparency in AI-related inventions, affirming human inventorship, and harmonizing with international standards. The country has introduced new patent examination guidelines…
Monday, December 8, 2025
PatentsIndia
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted significant improvements in India’s Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) infrastructure, including faster patent and trademark processing, digitalization of applications, and reduced fees for startups and women entrepreneurs. These reforms have contributed to a sharp rise…
Monday, August 2, 2021