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Vietnam, the go-to sneaker production hub, is now facing a tough scrutiny of its intellectual property (IP) practices.
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Sam Baxter, a legendary figure in patent litigation and a cornerstone of McKool Smith’s trial team, has retired after more than fifty years in the legal profession. Renowned for his work in the Eastern District of Texas, Baxter’s career has shaped the landscape of intellectual property litigation, with his advocacy im…
At its January 2026 press conference, the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) announced a notable decrease in utility model and invention patent grants for 2025, citing enhanced examination standards and ongoing efforts to eliminate irregular applications. The agency also detailed advancements…
The United States Patent and Trademark Office has issued a non-final rejection of Nintendo's patent application covering an in-game mechanic that allows a character to summon a sub-character for battle assistance. The decision, based on prior art, gives Nintendo two months to respond or appeal. The development comes a…
The China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) has published its full-year 2025 statistics, revealing a significant 16.18% decrease in total patent grants compared to 2024. Invention and utility model patents both saw notable declines, while design patents experienced a modest increase. The drop is be…
In a landmark ruling dated August 1, 2024, the Turkish Competition Authority (TCA) has ordered the withdrawal of a registered three-dimensional (3D) trademark and related design rights, finding that the right owner abused its dominant market position to exclude competitors. The decision, which also imposes monetary sa…
The Turkish Patent and Trademark Office now holds exclusive authority to examine and decide on trademark revocation requests, following the full implementation of Article 26 of the Industrial Property Code and the recent publication of new regulations. The changes introduce new procedural requirements, including an es…