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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...
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...
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…
An Irish patent owner, Valtrus Innovations Ltd., has filed a lawsuit against Vertiv Corp.'s data center customers, alleging patent infr...
Dish Network LLC has emerged victorious in a copyright infringement lawsuit against a Florida businessman for streaming...
Registry alerts third parties to upcoming corrections of clerical errors with opportunity for objections prior to amendment
The UK Designs Register has published a formal notice under Section 21 regarding proposed corrections to clerical errors identified in its records. These correction of error notices inform third parties about the specific errors and outline the procedures for raising objections before any amendments are finalized. Thi…
The UK IPO regularly updates its public diary of scheduled patent hearings, facilitating transparency and public participation in patent proceedings.
The UK Intellectual Property Office (UK IPO) maintains a regularly updated document listing upcoming patent hearings. Members of the public, media, and interested parties can request access to attend video, teleconference, or telephone hearings by contacting the hearings clerk. This initiative supports openness in pat…
Latest updates include IP policy announcements and British Library acquisitions
The UK Intellectual Property Office has released Patent Journal Special Notices number 7147, featuring recent Intellectual Property policy updates and new additions to the British Library's collections. These notices aim to inform stakeholders about ongoing developments and resources relevant to patent practitioners a…
IPO details planned downtimes affecting patent application and management services, with legacy systems remaining operational during maintenance windows
The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has issued a series of service availability updates for May 2026, outlining planned maintenance periods impacting its new patents services, including application, renewal, and management functionalities. Despite these interruptions, legacy patent services and search tools will…
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…
Recent additions to UK IP Crime Group and updates to enforcement guidance enhance support for businesses combating intellectual property infringement
The UK government has expanded the membership of its IP Crime Group, adding major companies and trade associations, while updating guidance on intellectual property enforcement. These developments aim to provide businesses with improved resources and affordable legal options to address IP crime and infringement effect…
Regular updates provide detailed calendars for procedural, main, and appeal hearings at the IPO and Appointed Person venues
The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has released updated hearing diaries covering scheduled procedural hearings, main hearings, and appeals related to trade marks and designs. These schedules include details for hearings conducted in person, via video, teleconference, or telephone, with instructions for public a…
The UK Intellectual Property Office publishes periodic updates on unpaid costs orders arising from trademark opposition and appeal proceedings, reflecting payments and amendments…
The UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) has released its latest updates on unpaid costs orders related to trademark disputes following inter partes hearings. The list details additions and removals of unpaid cost orders for various cases, reflecting payments made and changes in party details. These updates provide…