PatentsUSA
The four-part series offers practical insights on trade secrets, AI patents, trademarks, and IP litigation from leading IP attorneys
Ward and Smith, P.A. has announced the launch of IP Summer School, a complimentary four-part webinar series running from May through August 2026. Designed for clients and business professionals involved in intellectual property creation and protection, the sessions cover trade secrets, AI and patents, trademark fundam…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsGlobal
Leading streaming platforms significantly contribute to the expansion of the global intellectual property economy, forecasting robust market growth through 2031.
The global intellectual property economy market is projected to reach USD 230.50 billion by 2031, propelled by major streaming services including YouTube, Netflix, and Spotify. This surge highlights the increasing value and influence of digital content platforms in shaping intellectual property markets worldwide.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsGlobal
The extensive EPA between Bangladesh and Japan introduces new challenges for safeguarding traditional knowledge, genetic resources, and farmers' rights amid evolving intellectual…
The Bangladesh-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA), signed at the close of Bangladesh’s interim government, encompasses comprehensive trade and intellectual property provisions. While aiming to foster economic cooperation, the agreement has sparked debate over potential risks to Bangladesh’s sovereignty, agricu…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsUK
Despite modest gains, women remain underrepresented in UK patent filings, with notable disparities across technology sectors, according to recent UK Intellectual Property Office d…
The UK Intellectual Property Office’s latest report reveals that female inventors constitute less than 11% of patent applicants in the UK, with minimal growth over nearly three decades. While mixed-gender inventor teams have increased, all-female teams remain rare, particularly in engineering and digital technology fi…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsGlobal
Attorney Dmytro Kasianenko challenges BES investigations targeting Ukrainian airlines over alleged royalty tax on leased transport, citing property use distinction and internation…
The Bureau of Economic Security (BES) in Ukraine is investigating multiple airlines for allegedly misclassifying leasing payments as royalties subject to intellectual property tax. Legal expert Dmytro Kasianenko asserts that leasing transport, including aircraft, constitutes use of property—not intellectual property—a…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsSoutheast Asia
Comprehensive reforms in Vietnam aim to strengthen IP protection, improve enforcement, and align with international standards to foster innovation and economic growth
Vietnam is advancing its intellectual property protection framework through new legislative and policy initiatives designed to bolster enforcement, streamline procedures, and increase public awareness. These reforms reflect Vietnam’s commitment to integrating with global IP systems and supporting innovation across mul…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsGlobal
Ahead of the upcoming World Intellectual Property Organization conference, Ghana’s Tourism Minister emphasizes the need for formalized engagement to align intellectual property an…
Ghana’s Tourism Minister has called for a formalized and coordinated engagement process among government agencies, private sector participants, and cultural custodians in preparation for the forthcoming WIPO conference. Highlighting the growing intersection between intellectual property and tourism, the Minister stres…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsGlobal
International Renewable Energy Agency’s report maps global innovation trends in clean energy solutions for trucks, buses, and freight vehicles
The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) has published a comprehensive Patent Landscape Report examining global patent activity related to decarbonizing heavy-duty road transport. The report highlights key technological advancements, geographic patent filing patterns, and collaborative innovation efforts driv…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsGlobal
New capabilities in CAS IP Finder enable broader organizational collaboration and streamlined IP research workflows
CAS, a division of the American Chemical Society, has announced significant enhancements to its CAS IP Finder platform, expanding intellectual property search access across organizations. The update facilitates improved collaboration among teams by allowing multiple users to access and share IP search results seamless…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsGlobal
New Hong Kong patent strengthens Moleculin’s intellectual property protection ahead of pivotal Phase 3 clinical data release for Annamycin
Moleculin Biotech has secured a key patent in Hong Kong covering its proprietary method of reconstituting liposomal Annamycin, extending its intellectual property protection through 2040. This milestone enhances the company’s global exclusivity strategy as it prepares for the upcoming release of Phase 3 clinical trial…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsGlobal
Comprehensive analysis of 27 global programs reveals how IP positioning and delivery innovations will shape the post-GLP-1 obesity treatment market
PatentVest’s latest report offers an in-depth examination of the evolving obesity therapeutics landscape, focusing on the competitive patent environment surrounding triple-agonist drugs like Eli Lilly’s retatrutide. The study highlights the strategic importance of intellectual property, receptor-ratio engineering, and…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsGlobal
Experts at UNAIR highlight the critical role of IP protection for social sciences to safeguard community benefits and foster interdisciplinary collaboration
During the 2026 Days of Research and Innovation (DRI) Week at Universitas Airlangga, discussions centered on expanding intellectual property protection beyond STEM fields to include social innovation. Key speakers stressed the necessity of legally safeguarding social research outputs to ensure community control and va…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsGlobal
Patent offices worldwide collaborate to expedite national phase patent examinations using shared international work products under the PCT framework
The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) highlights bilateral and multilateral agreements facilitating accelerated patent prosecution via the Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH) programs. These initiatives enable patent applicants to leverage international preliminary examination reports and other work product…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsGlobal
Leading international law firm Haynes Boone appointed to manage Delta Gold’s intellectual property portfolio across multiple jurisdictions, collaborating with top universities
Delta Gold Technologies PLC has appointed Haynes Boone as its global intellectual property counsel to oversee patent prosecution, portfolio management, and IP enforcement. The firm will support Delta Gold’s quantum computing IP strategy in coordination with the University of Toronto and Penn State, leveraging Haynes B…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsGlobal
The strategic related-party transaction centralizes intellectual property ownership to strengthen Control Print’s competitive edge and streamline IP management.
Control Print Limited has entered into an Intellectual Property Assignment Agreement with its step-down wholly owned subsidiary, CP Italy S.R.L., acquiring all patents and intellectual property rights for EUR 2.86 million. Approved by the audit committee and board on April 17, 2026, and effective May 8, 2026, the arm’…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsGlobal
Pioneering multi-layer detector technology and collaborative research enhance early detection and diagnosis of breast cancer, especially in dense breast tissue
Wei Zhao, professor of radiology and vice chair for research at Stony Brook University, has developed groundbreaking breast imaging technologies over two decades. Her work integrates engineering, medical physics, and clinical radiology to improve cancer detection accuracy and patient outcomes. Collaborations with indu…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsGlobal
The OTCQB-listed company updates its Form S-1 to enable selling stockholders to offer shares, highlighting financial challenges and reliance on third-party litigation funding
Quest Patent Research Corporation has filed a post-effective amendment to its Form S-1 registration statement, registering 1,000,000 shares of common stock for resale by existing stockholders. The filing reveals the company's ongoing financial difficulties, including a significant working capital deficiency and materi…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsGlobal
State Minister Delano Seiveright highlights reforms aligning Jamaica’s IP framework with global standards to protect local innovators and boost ‘Brand Jamaica’ internationally
Jamaica’s government is modernizing its intellectual property laws to better protect the creative works and innovations of local entrepreneurs, particularly micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). State Minister Delano Seiveright emphasized recent legislative reforms, including updates to the Patents and D…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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