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Becton Dickinson Sues Baxter Over Infusion Pump Patents

Leading medical technology company Becton Dickinson and Company (BD) has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Baxter International Inc., claiming that Baxter has unlawfully used BD’s patented technologies in it...

Wednesday, May 14, 2025
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Detailed Information About PCT Filing

Regularly check our site to learn about PCT filing and more crucial ideas. The patent Cooperation Treaty is known as PCT. It is an international agreement that has more than 150 members. Submitting a single PCT applic...

Saturday, August 13, 2022
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Dar AlMuhama Law Firm Amplifies Kuwaiti IP Expertise at INTA 2026 in London

Kuwaiti legal leader Abdulrahman Alhouti engages in pivotal Middle East IP discussions and forges global partnerships at premier international trademark conference

Dar AlMuhama Law Firm, led by Founder and Managing Partner Abdulrahman Alhouti, actively participated in the 2026 International Trademark Association Annual Meeting in London. The event gathered over 10,000 IP professionals worldwide, spotlighting regional IP framework advancements and emerging challenges such as arti…

Friday, May 15, 2026
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Faegre Drinker Expands San Francisco IP Team with Partner Matthew McCullough
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Faegre Drinker Expands San Francisco IP Team with Partner Matthew McCullough

Experienced IP litigator Matthew McCullough joins Faegre Drinker to bolster its intellectual property practice in high-tech patent and trade secrets cases

Faegre Drinker has announced the addition of Matthew McCullough as a partner in its San Francisco intellectual property group. McCullough brings extensive experience in high-stakes patent and trade secrets litigation, particularly involving advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, cloud infrastructure, t…

Tuesday, May 19, 2026
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Vietnamese Musician Nguyen Van Chung Details Longstanding Struggles with Intellectual Property Theft
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Vietnamese Musician Nguyen Van Chung Details Longstanding Struggles with Intellectual Property Theft

Renowned songwriter Nguyen Van Chung recounts repeated copyright infringements and welcomes recent government crackdowns on music piracy

Nguyen Van Chung, acclaimed Vietnamese musician behind multiple hit songs, reveals his extensive experience with unauthorized use and copyright violations of his work. Despite earning billions in revenue from his compositions, Chung has received only a fraction of rightful royalties. He expresses cautious optimism fol…

Monday, May 18, 2026
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UPM Strengthens Renewable Chemicals Portfolio with Acquisition of Avantium’s Bio-Based Glycol IP
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UPM Strengthens Renewable Chemicals Portfolio with Acquisition of Avantium’s Bio-Based Glycol IP

UPM acquires Avantium’s Ray Technology patents to advance sustainable mono-ethylene and mono-propylene glycol production from plant sugars

UPM has acquired Avantium’s intellectual property related to Ray Technology, enhancing its capabilities in producing bio-based glycols as sustainable alternatives to fossil-based chemicals. The deal supports UPM’s commitment to renewable raw materials and circular bioeconomy growth, while Avantium refocuses on its FDC…

Friday, May 15, 2026
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Dar AlMuhama Law Firm Amplifies Kuwaiti IP Expertise at INTA 2026 in London
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Dar AlMuhama Law Firm Amplifies Kuwaiti IP Expertise at INTA 2026 in London

Kuwaiti legal leader Abdulrahman Alhouti engages in pivotal Middle East IP discussions and forges global partnerships at premier international trademark conference

Dar AlMuhama Law Firm, led by Founder and Managing Partner Abdulrahman Alhouti, actively participated in the 2026 International Trademark Association Annual Meeting in London. The event gathered over 10,000 IP professionals worldwide, spotlighting regional IP framework advancements and emerging challenges such as arti…

Friday, May 15, 2026
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Draganfly Expands Defense Drone Capabilities with Acquisition of Skip Dynamix’s Fixed-Wing Technology
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Draganfly Expands Defense Drone Capabilities with Acquisition of Skip Dynamix’s Fixed-Wing Technology

The acquisition integrates ultra-low-cost, mass-producible fixed-wing UAV systems into Draganfly’s portfolio, enhancing long-range ISR and autonomous mission capabilities

Draganfly Inc. has entered into a definitive asset purchase agreement to acquire Skip Dynamix’s drone technology assets, including its fixed-wing ultra-low-cost unmanned aerial systems designed for long-range intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and one-way missions. This strategic acquisition strengthens Draga…

Tuesday, May 19, 2026
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Avex Posts Record Fiscal 2025 Revenue and Profit, Accelerates Global Music Rights and IP Expansion
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Avex Posts Record Fiscal 2025 Revenue and Profit, Accelerates Global Music Rights and IP Expansion

Tokyo-based Avex Inc. reports highest post-pandemic sales, returns to profitability, and advances strategic investments in global music publishing, artist management, and intellec…

Avex Inc. announced robust financial results for fiscal year 2025, ending March 31, 2026, with net sales reaching approximately USD 971 million, an 11.3% increase year-over-year. The company returned to profitability with an operating profit of USD 27 million, driven by growth in live entertainment, anime sales, and c…

Friday, May 15, 2026
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