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TrademarksUSA

USPTO to Mandate User Registration for Open Data Portal Access Starting June 2026

New registration requirement aims to enhance security and improve user experience on USPTO’s Open Data Portal

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) announced that beginning June 18, 2026, access to its Open Data Portal (ODP) will require users to register with a USPTO.gov account. This change is part of a broader initiative to strengthen protections around publicly available federal data and to reduce unregist…

Sunday, May 17, 2026

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TrademarksUSA

USPTO Schedules April 29 Hybrid Session on Artificial Intelligence Innovation and Applications

Robert Hayes to Lead Discussion on AI Tools Advancing USPTO’s Intellectual Property Mission

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will host a hybrid USPTO Hour on April 29 from noon to 1 p.m. ET, focusing on the agency’s initiatives to drive artificial intelligence (AI) innovation and utilize AI tools in support of its mission. Robert Hayes, Acting Chief AI & Data Officer and Senior Advisor t…

Sunday, May 17, 2026

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TrademarksUSA

USPTO Launches Trademark and Brand Protection Education at 2026 NFL Draft® in Pittsburgh

USPTO Director John A. Squires to lead World IP Day panel addressing NIL, trademark risks, and AI deepfakes for athletes and creators

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will debut an on-site educational initiative at the 2026 NFL Draft® in Pittsburgh, focusing on trademark and brand protection for athletes, creators, and personal brands. Director John A. Squires will moderate a World IP Day panel discussing the evolving landscape of name,…

Sunday, May 17, 2026

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TrademarksUSA

USPTO Cracks Down on Over 10,500 Fraudulent Trademark Filings in Latest Enforcement Sweep

Practical trademarks context for IP teams tracking Trademarks, Fighting, USPTO.

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued 11 administrative orders in the past six months to remove approximately 10,500 trademark applications and registrations deemed fraudulent or invalid. This action follows last fiscal year’s removal of over 52,000 invalid filings and sanctions against fore…

Sunday, May 17, 2026

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TrademarksUSA

USPTO’s Southwest Regional Outreach Office Marks a Decade of Supporting Innovation in Dallas

The 10th anniversary event highlights the office’s role in fostering intellectual property awareness and economic growth in the Southwest region

On May 11, 2026, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office’s Southwest Regional Outreach Office will celebrate its 10th anniversary with an in-person event at the Arts District Mansion in Dallas, Texas. The milestone occasion, held in partnership with the Dallas Bar Association Intellectual Property Section, will feature i…

Sunday, May 17, 2026

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TrademarksUSA

USPTO Director Squires Highlights Emerging Trademark Challenges at INTA London Conference

Addressing the evolving landscape of personal branding and NIL rights, USPTO Director outlines strategic trademark protections amid AI and entertainment industry shifts

At the INTA Annual Meeting in London, USPTO Director John A. Squires delivered a keynote emphasizing the agency's proactive approach to trademark issues arising from personal branding, name-image-likeness (NIL) rights, and AI-generated content. Drawing on examples from collegiate athletics and entertainment, Squires u…

Sunday, May 17, 2026

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TrademarksUSA

USPTO Enhances Trademark Center with New Filing Features for Address Changes and Renewals

The United States Patent and Trademark Office introduces streamlined options in Trademark Center to improve user experience and facilitate secure filings.

The USPTO has updated its Trademark Center platform to include secure and streamlined processes for changing addresses, updating representation, and renewing registrations. This enhancement is part of the agency's ongoing transition from the Trademark Electronic Application System (TEAS) to Trademark Center, aimed at…

Sunday, May 17, 2026

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TrademarksUSA

USPTO Offers Virtual STEPP Course to Train International Patent Practitioners in Examiner Perspectives

Four-day online program from May 4-7 aims to enhance understanding of patent examination procedures for foreign-licensed agents and attorneys

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) will host a virtual Stakeholder Training on Examination Practice and Procedure (STEPP) course from May 4 to 7. This four-day program is designed specifically for international patent agents and attorneys registered with the USPTO, focusing on how patent examiners a…

Sunday, May 17, 2026

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TrademarksUSA

USPTO Introduces AI-Powered Features in Trademark Center to Enhance Application Process

New AI tools assist applicants with mark descriptions and color claims, streamlining trademark filings

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has integrated artificial intelligence capabilities into its Trademark Center, offering applicants automated suggestions for mark descriptions and color claims. This enhancement aims to simplify the application process, reduce errors, and minimize processing delays…

Sunday, May 17, 2026

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TrademarksUSA

Maryland Faces Scrutiny Over Preakness Stakes Intellectual Property Sale to Churchill Downs

The state’s substantial investment in Pimlico and horse racing is complicated by the sale of key race IP rights, raising questions about financial strategy and public transparency

Churchill Downs Incorporated’s acquisition of the Preakness Stakes and Black Eyed Susan Stakes intellectual property from 1/ST Maryland LLC, controlled by the Stronach family, has sparked debate over Maryland’s $500 million investment in horse racing infrastructure. Under a 2024 lease agreement, Maryland pays annual f…

Friday, May 15, 2026

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TrademarksUSA

USA Trademarks Update Puts Copyright Office Under Scrutiny and Over AI Rights The Strategy…

Practical trademarks context for IP teams tracking Trademarks, Copyright Office Under Scrutiny, Over AI Rights The.

IIPLA reviews the trademarks implications of Trademarks, Copyright Office Under Scrutiny, Over AI Rights The, with practical notes for USA IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.

Thursday, May 14, 2026

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TrademarksUSA

NM FAST Offers Complimentary Virtual Workshop on Startup Funding and Intellectual Property Strategies for New Mexico Entrepreneurs

New Mexico State University’s Arrowhead Center hosts a free June workshop to guide early-stage founders through SBIR/STTR funding, licensing, and IP planning

NM FAST at New Mexico State University’s Arrowhead Center is hosting a no-cost virtual workshop on June 17 to assist New Mexico startups in navigating Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) funding. The session will focus on capital raising, intellectual property strate…

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

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TrademarksMiddle East

EU and US Sanctions on Belarus Diverge Amid Recent US Easing Measures

Recent US sanctions relief for Belarus contrasts with the EU’s sustained restrictive regime, posing compliance challenges for companies operating across jurisdictions.

Since 2004, the EU and US have imposed sanctions on Belarus, intensifying restrictions following Belarus’s support for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. While the US has recently eased sanctions on Belarusian entities following political prisoner releases, the EU maintains comprehensive sanctions, including asset freezes…

Thursday, May 7, 2026

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Vietnam orders crackdown on IP violations after US trade warning

TrademarksGlobal

Vietnam Intensifies IP Enforcement Following U.S. Priority Watch List Designation

Government aims for 20% rise in enforcement actions amid U.S. pressure and trade tensions

Vietnam has announced a nationwide crackdown on intellectual property violations, seeking a 20% increase in enforcement cases after being named a 'priority foreign country' by the U.S. Trade Representative. The initiative targets copyright, trademark, and counterfeiting offenses across multiple sectors, as the U.S. we…

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

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TrademarksGlobal

Hanoi orders 20% surge in IP enforcement cases in May after US warning

Vietnam's market surveillance units under the trade ministry will intensify checks on counterfeit goods, with a focus on industrial property rights and trademark infringement. PHO…

Vietnam's market surveillance units under the trade ministry will intensify checks on counterfeit goods, with a focus on industrial property rights and trademark infringement. PHOTO: EPA [HO CHI MINH CITY] Hanoi has ordered a nationwide crackdown on intellectual property (IP) violations in May, mandating at least a 20…

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

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TrademarksGlobal

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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TrademarksGlobal

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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TrademarksGlobal

USTR Releases 2026 Special 301 Report on Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement

April Ambassador Greer Issues Statement on Preferential Duty Access for Whiskey Produced in the United Kingdom USTR Releases 2026 Special 301 Report on Intellectual Property Prote…

April Ambassador Greer Issues Statement on Preferential Duty Access for Whiskey Produced in the United Kingdom USTR Releases 2026 Special 301 Report on Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement USTR Seeks Public Comment on the Modernization of the African Growth and Opportunity Act Public Hearings Regarding Sec…

Friday, May 1, 2026

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