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Sun, May 17, 2026

8 articles published on this day, newest first.

UK Intellectual Property Office Releases March 2026 Data on Patents, Trade Marks, and Designs
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UK Intellectual Property Office Releases March 2026 Data on Patents, Trade Marks, and Designs

Monthly report details application and registration figures for key IP rights in the UK

The UK Intellectual Property Office has published its monthly statistics for March 2026, providing comprehensive data on applications and registrations across patents, trade marks, and designs. This factual release offers insights into the volume of intellectual property activity within the UK, supporting transparency…

Sunday, May 17, 2026
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UK Intellectual Property Office Introduces Online Service for Cooling Off Period Requests
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UK Intellectual Property Office Introduces Online Service for Cooling Off Period Requests

New TM9C form streamlines agreement-based cooling off period applications for trademark applicants in the UK

The UK Intellectual Property Office (UK IPO) has updated its procedures to include an online service for submitting form TM9C, which requests a cooling off period in trademark proceedings. This service is available only when both parties consent to the cooling off period. Recent updates also include enhanced guidance…

Sunday, May 17, 2026
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UK Intellectual Property Office Issues New Directions for Electronic Document Submission
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UK Intellectual Property Office Issues New Directions for Electronic Document Submission

The IPO mandates specific online forms as alternatives to paper submissions, enhancing digital processing of intellectual property filings

The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has issued formal directions governing the submission of electronic documents through official online forms hosted on GOV.UK. These directions establish the form and manner in which electronic filings must be delivered, providing a structured alternative to traditional paper f…

Sunday, May 17, 2026
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UK Intellectual Property Office Discloses Monthly Government Procurement Card Expenditures Over £500
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UK Intellectual Property Office Discloses Monthly Government Procurement Card Expenditures Over £500

IPO transitions to electronic purchasing cards and maintains transparency by publishing detailed monthly spending reports

The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has implemented a monthly disclosure of all expenditures exceeding £500 made via its electronic purchasing card system, replacing the previous government procurement card. This initiative aims to enhance transparency and accountability in government spending.

Sunday, May 17, 2026
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UK Intellectual Property Office Updates Customer Service Standards Amid Rising Demand and System Transition
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UK Intellectual Property Office Updates Customer Service Standards Amid Rising Demand and System Transition

IPO reports ongoing efforts to meet service targets despite increased tribunal cases and platform migration challenges

The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has reviewed and updated its customer service standards for 2025-26, highlighting current performance levels and challenges. While most service targets are being met or exceeded, the IPO faces delays due to unprecedented demand and the transition to a new service platform. The…

Sunday, May 17, 2026
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UK Intellectual Property Office Publishes Updated Schedule for Patent Hearings
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UK Intellectual Property Office Publishes Updated Schedule for Patent Hearings

The UK IPO regularly updates its patent hearing diary and facilitates public attendance via video and teleconference

The UK Intellectual Property Office (UK IPO) maintains a regularly updated diary of scheduled patent hearings. Interested members of the public, media, or other parties can attend hearings conducted via video, teleconference, or telephone by contacting the hearings clerk. This transparency initiative supports public e…

Sunday, May 17, 2026
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UK Intellectual Property Office Issues Patent Journal Special Notices 7147
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UK Intellectual Property Office Issues Patent Journal Special Notices 7147

The latest Patent Journal special notices include updates on Intellectual Property policy and British Library acquisitions

The UK Intellectual Property Office has published Patent Journal special notices numbered 7147, featuring announcements related to Intellectual Property policy and recent additions to the British Library. These notices provide stakeholders with important updates and resources relevant to patent practitioners and IP pr…

Sunday, May 17, 2026
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UK Intellectual Property Office Announces Scheduled Maintenance and Service Interruptions Through May 2026
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UK Intellectual Property Office Announces Scheduled Maintenance and Service Interruptions Through May 2026

IPO details planned downtimes affecting patent application and management services, with legacy systems remaining operational during outages

The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has issued a series of service availability updates for May 2026, outlining scheduled maintenance windows impacting its new patents services, including patent applications, renewals, and intellectual property management. While these new services will be temporarily unavailable…

Sunday, May 17, 2026
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UK Intellectual Property Office Issues New Directions for Electronic Document Submission

The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has issued formal directions governing the submission of electronic documents through official online forms hosted on GOV.UK. These directions establish the form and manner in which electronic filings must be delivered, providing a structured alternative to traditional paper f…

Sunday, May 17, 2026
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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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PatentsIndia

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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