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Bulgaria Removed from Intellectual Property Watch List after Progress in Anti-Piracy Enforcement, Prosecution Says
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Bulgaria Removed from Intellectual Property Watch List after Progress in Anti-Piracy Enforcement, Prosecution Says

Bulgaria has been removed from the intellectual property protection watch list under the so-called "Special 301" Report following coordinated efforts by Bulgaria's Prosecution Off…

Bulgaria has been removed from the intellectual property protection watch list under the so-called "Special 301" Report following coordinated efforts by Bulgaria's Prosecution Office and the National Investigation Service, in cooperation with the United States Department of Justice and the United States Department of…

Monday, May 4, 2026
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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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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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Vietnam Urges U.S. to Provide Fair Review of Intellectual Property Protection Progress

Foreign Ministry Responds to U.S. 'Priority Foreign Country' Designation, Citing Legal Reforms and International Cooperation

Vietnam's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called on the United States to offer an objective and balanced evaluation of the country's intellectual property protection efforts. The statement follows the U.S. government's decision to list Vietnam as a 'Priority Foreign Country' in its annual global IP report. Vietnamese…

Saturday, May 2, 2026
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Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Unveils 2025 Intellectual Property 'Go To Lawyers' Honorees

Annual Feature Recognizes Leading IP Attorneys Nominated by Peers and Selected by Editorial Panel

Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly has released its 2025 list of 'Go To Lawyers' in the field of Intellectual Property, highlighting attorneys recognized for their leadership and expertise. The honorees were nominated by colleagues and chosen by a dedicated panel, continuing the publication's tradition of spotlighting excel…

Sunday, May 3, 2026
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India on US priority watch list for Intellectual Property rights: What it means and why it matters

The United States Trade Representative has placed India on its 2026 Priority Watch List for intellectual property (IP) rights, flagging continued concerns over protection and enfo…

The United States Trade Representative has placed India on its 2026 Priority Watch List for intellectual property (IP) rights, flagging continued concerns over protection and enforcement mechanisms. The designation was announced in the annual Special 301 Report, which assesses how effectively US trading partners safeg…

Friday, May 1, 2026
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Bulgaria Removed from Intellectual Property Watch List after Progress in Anti-Piracy Enforcement, Prosecution Says
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Bulgaria Removed from Intellectual Property Watch List after Progress in Anti-Piracy Enforcement, Prosecution Says

Bulgaria has been removed from the intellectual property protection watch list under the so-called "Special 301" Report following coordinated efforts by Bulgaria's Prosecution Off…

Bulgaria has been removed from the intellectual property protection watch list under the so-called "Special 301" Report following coordinated efforts by Bulgaria's Prosecution Office and the National Investigation Service, in cooperation with the United States Department of Justice and the United States Department of…

Monday, May 4, 2026
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China’s Patent Authority Voids Qiaodan Sports Shoe Design Over ASICS Trademark Infringement
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China’s Patent Authority Voids Qiaodan Sports Shoe Design Over ASICS Trademark Infringement

China’s Reexamination and Invalidation Department rules that Qiaodan Sports’ shoe design patent conflicts with ASICS’ pre-existing trademark rights, leading to invalidation of mul…

The China National Intellectual Property Office has invalidated a design patent held by Qiaodan Sports Co. Ltd. for an athletic shoe, finding it infringed on ASICS Corporation’s trademarked stripes logo. The decision, based on Article 23(3) of China’s Patent Law, concluded that the design was confusingly similar to AS…

Monday, May 4, 2026
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Rescheduling and Intellectual Property- What Medical Marijuana Operators Can (and Can’t) Do at the USPTO Now
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Rescheduling and Intellectual Property- What Medical Marijuana Operators Can (and Can’t) Do at the USPTO Now

When the acting attorney general moved state-licensed medical marijuana and FDA-approved marijuana-containing products from Schedule I to Schedule III, the headlines focused on ba…

When the acting attorney general moved state-licensed medical marijuana and FDA-approved marijuana-containing products from Schedule I to Schedule III, the headlines focused on banking, taxation, and what the change might mean for operators day to day. But one consequential — and underreported — area of impact is inte…

Monday, May 4, 2026
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Mayer Brown Earns Top Honors in 2025 IAM Patent 1000 Global Rankings
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Mayer Brown Earns Top Honors in 2025 IAM Patent 1000 Global Rankings

Firm's Intellectual Property Practice and Attorneys Recognized Across Multiple Jurisdictions for Patent Expertise

Mayer Brown's global Intellectual Property practice has been recognized in the 2025 edition of the IAM Patent 1000, receiving high marks for its international reach and depth of patent expertise. The guide highlighted the firm's ability to handle complex disputes and named numerous Mayer Brown attorneys for individual…

Monday, May 4, 2026
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World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is Hiring: 3 Translator–Reviser (English/French) Roles Open in Geneva Switzerland
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World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is Hiring: 3 Translator–Reviser (English/French) Roles Open in Geneva Switzerland

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is recruiting three Translator–Reviser (English/French) professionals for its Patents and Technology Sector in Geneva, Switzerl…

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is recruiting three Translator–Reviser (English/French) professionals for its Patents and Technology Sector in Geneva, Switzerland. These positions are part of the French Translation Section within the PCT Translation Division, which plays a key role in producing hig…

Monday, May 4, 2026
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World Intellectual Property Day observed at RU
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World Intellectual Property Day observed at RU

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NewsPM100 Days of Interim GovernmentPresidentTop NewsNationalJuly UprisingJatiya SangsadArts & EntertainmentEducation NewsHealth NewsClimate Change & EnvironmentScience & TechnologyWeather Journalism must uphold truth and serve people: Information Minister Govt takes tough stance to maintain law and order: Home Minist…

Monday, May 4, 2026
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FIFA police will be lurking at Toronto bars to enforce corporate law
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FIFA police will be lurking at Toronto bars to enforce corporate law

So-called "FIFA police" could be lurking at your local bar in just a few weeks, and local watering holes will have to be extra careful to avoid costly legal action during the Worl…

So-called "FIFA police" could be lurking at your local bar in just a few weeks, and local watering holes will have to be extra careful to avoid costly legal action during the World Cup descending on Toronto in June and July. Toronto bars have had a long history with FIFA's legal fist, highlighted in a New York Times a…

Monday, May 4, 2026
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Crimes of infringement of intellectual property rights worth about 280 billion won, including counte.. - MK
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Crimes of infringement of intellectual property rights worth about 280 billion won, including counte.. - MK

Crimes of infringement of intellectual property rights worth about 280 billion won, including counterfeit K-brand goods, were caught last year. Until now, crimes of infringement o…

Crimes of infringement of intellectual property rights worth about 280 billion won, including counterfeit K-brand goods, were caught last year. Until now, crimes of infringement of intellectual property rights have been mainly targeted at famous overseas brands. However, with the recent increase in popularity of Korea…

Monday, May 4, 2026
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India Remains on U.S. Priority Watch List Over Intellectual Property Concerns
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India Remains on U.S. Priority Watch List Over Intellectual Property Concerns

WASHINGTON — The United States has again placed India on its Priority Watch List for intellectual property concerns, citing persistent enforcement gaps, patent delays and long-run…

WASHINGTON — The United States has again placed India on its Priority Watch List for intellectual property concerns, citing persistent enforcement gaps, patent delays and long-running disputes over protections for pharmaceutical and digital products. The designation was included in the 2026 Special 301 Report released…

Friday, May 1, 2026
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Call for Papers: Women’s Participation in Innovation, Creativity and Intellectual Property
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Call for Papers: Women’s Participation in Innovation, Creativity and Intellectual Property

WIPO is happy to announce a call for papers for a special issue on Women’s Participation in Innovation, Creativity and Intellectual Property. The deadline for submission is 31 Mar…

WIPO is happy to announce a call for papers for a special issue on Women’s Participation in Innovation, Creativity and Intellectual Property. The deadline for submission is 31 March 2026. Technological progress is the backbone of economic growth, yet women's underrepresentation in innovation represents a challenge to…

Monday, May 4, 2026
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Unlocking Nigeria’s youth creative economy through stronger IP laws
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Unlocking Nigeria’s youth creative economy through stronger IP laws

Nigeria is brimming with young creative talents such as musicians, filmmakers, designers, writers, and digital innovators shaping culture at home and commanding global attention.

Nigeria is brimming with young creative talents such as musicians, filmmakers, designers, writers, and digital innovators shaping culture at home and commanding global attention. Yet for many of these creators, turning originality into sustainable income remains an uphill climb. Weak enforcement, piracy, and limited a…

Saturday, May 2, 2026
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Akerman Expands Intellectual Property Team in New York With Haynes Boone Pair
CopyrightGlobal

Akerman Expands Intellectual Property Team in New York With Haynes Boone Pair

Reporting, and expert analysis of legal technology with a focus onwhat legal departments, law firms, and tech companies need to know

Reporting, and expert analysis of legal technology with a focus onwhat legal departments, law firms, and tech companies need to know The Am Law 100 is the definitive ranking of the 100 largest law firms in the United States.

Saturday, May 2, 2026
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Tokyo Court Imposes Prison Sentence and Fine for Spoiler-Filled Copyright Infringement
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Tokyo Court Imposes Prison Sentence and Fine for Spoiler-Filled Copyright Infringement

Godzilla and Overlord Rights Holders Secure Criminal Conviction Against Website Owner for Detailed Plot Summaries

A Tokyo District Court has sentenced a website owner to 18 months in prison and imposed a fine exceeding $6,000 for publishing spoiler-heavy posts containing extensive plot details and images from the films Godzilla Minus One and the anime series Overlord. The conviction, initiated by complaints from major Japanese co…

Thursday, April 30, 2026
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