PatentsMiddle East
Qatar’s extensive financial involvement in U.S. universities, including access to intellectual property and governance roles, has sparked concerns over academic independence and national security. Current legal frameworks inadequately address the risks posed by foreign government influence, prompting experts to urge l…
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
PatentsGlobal
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…
Monday, June 22, 2026
PatentsGlobal
Congressional lawmakers have introduced the Prohibiting Adversarial Patents Act of 2026 (PAPA), which would bar entities identified as national security risks from obtaining or enforcing U.S. patents. While broadly applicable, the legislation could notably affect the drone sector, where patent rights have been central…
Friday, June 12, 2026
TrademarksUSA
The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) has released a comprehensive report advocating for the integration of robust intellectual property (IP) protections into the United States' national security and economic policies. The report underscores the necessity of a consistent IP framework to foster inno…
Friday, March 28, 2025