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IIPLA reviews the trademarks implications of Trademarks, IPOPHL, The Intellectual Property Office, with practical notes for Europe IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.
The Fast and Furious franchise’s iconic title originated not from original screenplay or studio brainstorming, but from a strategic intellectual property transaction involving a 1954 low-budget crime film. Universal Pictures acquired rights to The Fast and the Furious title from Roger Corman’s independent production t…
The IP Go-Global Business Matching Session convened in Guangzhou, jointly organised by Hong Kong and Guangdong IP authorities, featured targeted business matchmaking, a thematic seminar, and networking opportunities. The event aimed to support Guangdong enterprises in leveraging Hong Kong’s international IP services t…
The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has published the second iteration of its roadmap detailing ongoing and planned enhancements to its new patents service, launched in April 2026. With over 3,500 patent applications filed and 3,000 new users onboarded since launch, the IPO commits to continuous service improvem…
The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has reported strong adoption of its new digital patents service launched in April, with three-quarters of patent applications now filed through the platform. The IPO plans to retire legacy email and web filing systems by autumn 2026, streamlining patent application processes a…
The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has established a formal process for third parties seeking permission to use its logo. Usage is permitted under specific circumstances such as events or programmes organized or supported by the IPO, bilateral agreements, or contractual relationships. Applicants must submit a d…
Since its founding in 2017, Connor Lee & Shumaker (CLS) has distinguished itself by rejecting generic legal approaches in favor of deeply understanding clients’ businesses and goals. Led by registered patent attorney Cabrach Connor, CLS offers national intellectual property and commercial litigation services, emphasiz…
Thailand’s Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) has intensified efforts against online counterfeit goods by integrating advanced digital intelligence with physical enforcement. From January to May 2026, coordinated raids on warehouses led to 116 arrests and the confiscation of 224,042 counterfeit products, safegu…
Showbiz101 2026 has inaugurated its core workshop tracks and welcome event at Alliance Française, shifting away from conventional panel discussions toward a rigorous seven-day intellectual property boot camp. This strategic move addresses the persistent disconnect in Africa’s creative sectors, where public acclaim rar…
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has published fresh intellectual property (IP) guidance tailored specifically for jewellery businesses. This initiative seeks to enhance awareness and understanding of IP issues within the jewellery industry, helping businesses protect their designs and brand identity in a c…
The National Association of Jewellers (NAJ) has released new advice aimed at helping members and the wider jewellery industry navigate intellectual property (IP) challenges. This guidance focuses on practical steps to safeguard designs, trademarks, and other IP assets vital to the sector's innovation and brand integri…
The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has periodically updated its senior management structure, detailing key appointments and interim roles from 2022 through mid-2026. These updates include changes in director positions overseeing business, international policy, enforcement, trademarks, designs, and transformatio…
The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has issued a detailed advisory to help trademark, design, and patent holders avoid falling victim to misleading invoices. These unsolicited requests often come from organizations unaffiliated with the IPO, offering costly services that are not required. The IPO urges recipient…
Vietnam’s Politburo has issued Conclusion 51, recognizing intellectual property as a critical strategic resource essential for national security, economic competitiveness, and sustainable development. The policy shift promotes an ecosystem-based approach to IP management, calls for urgent legal reforms, and intensifie…
IIPLA reviews the copyright implications of Copyright, Intellectual Property Attorney, Year Finalists, with practical notes for Europe IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.
John Picone, a prominent attorney at Spencer Fane, has been announced as a finalist for The Recorder's Intellectual Property Attorney of the Year award. The accolade highlights outstanding contributions in the IP legal field. The Recorder will honor Picone and other distinguished legal professionals at an awards event…
The Recorder has announced Yar Chaikovsky of White & Case as a finalist for its Intellectual Property Attorney of the Year award. The ceremony honoring top legal professionals in IP law is scheduled for June 24, featuring other notable finalists including Brian Horne of Knobbe Martens and Joseph C. Gratz of Morrison &…
Artificial intelligence is increasingly involved in creative fields such as music, art, and technology, raising complex intellectual property issues. Legal experts and authorities, including Vietnam’s Intellectual Property Office, highlight the absence of clear international consensus on ownership rights for AI-genera…
Vietnam and Japan have intensified their partnership to strengthen intellectual property (IP) protection and combat counterfeit goods. Recent meetings reviewed progress under several memoranda of understanding, emphasizing coordinated enforcement actions, especially in e-commerce, to address complex IP infringements.…
South Korea’s current account surplus hit a record $123.05 billion in 2023, driven by strong exports and investment income. However, the surplus with the United States fell for the first time in six years due to a widening services deficit from higher intellectual property payments and reduced exports of key tariff it…
Intellectual property litigation has evolved from a patent-centric landscape to a more balanced distribution across patents, trademarks, and copyrights. A recent report attributes this shift to the rise of artificial intelligence and e-commerce technologies, which have introduced new legal challenges and broadened the…
IIPLA reviews the trademarks implications of Trademarks, The Intellectual Property Engine, Toy Story, with practical notes for global IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.
The State of Maryland has declared its intent to exercise its right of first refusal to purchase the intellectual property rights to the Preakness Stakes and Black-Eyed Susan from Churchill Downs, Inc. This strategic acquisition, funded through tax-exempt bonds without using General Fund dollars, consolidates Maryland…
Maryland has announced its intent to match an $85 million bid by Churchill Downs Inc. to acquire the intellectual property rights of the Preakness Stakes and Black-Eyed Susan Stakes. By exercising its right of first refusal, Maryland aims to retain ownership of these iconic racing assets, ensuring long-term control ov…
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