PatentsGlobal
Accra event underscores IP awareness with focus on sports, featuring expert insights on copyright evolution and enforcement challenges
The eighth Bnoskka Annual Lecture on Intellectual Property convened in Accra as part of World Intellectual Property Day observances, spotlighting the intersection of IP and sports. Experts traced Ghana’s copyright legislative history, addressed enforcement hurdles, and emphasized expanding IP education beyond traditio…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsMiddle East
Spanish energy giant Iberdrola advances smart grid, renewable integration, and energy efficiency through its Qatar-based innovation centre
Iberdrola Innovation Middle East, established in 2016 within Qatar Science and Technology Park, spearheads the development of cutting-edge digital solutions for renewable energy integration, smart grids, and energy conservation. Leveraging expertise in AI, big data, and electrical engineering, the centre supports Iber…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsGlobal
WIPO's 2014 World Intellectual Property Indicators reveal robust growth in patent, trademark, industrial design, and plant variety filings, driven primarily by China and the US am…
The World Intellectual Property Organization's 2014 report highlights a 9% increase in global patent applications in 2013, with China accounting for nearly one-third of filings worldwide. Trademark applications also rose sharply, reaching almost 5 million, fueled by strong demand in China. While China and the US exper…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsEurope
The 20th Managing IP EMEA Awards shortlist highlights leading IP firms and practitioners across multiple jurisdictions and categories, with winners to be announced in April
Managing IP has revealed the shortlists for its 2025 EMEA Awards, recognizing outstanding intellectual property achievements across more than 50 jurisdictions. The awards cover patent disputes, trademark prosecution, copyright, and more, with a gala ceremony scheduled for April 10 in London. New categories including e…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsEurope
The 18th annual Managing IP Awards gala in London celebrated outstanding achievements in IP law across Europe, recognising key players in patent litigation, enforcement, and innov…
Managing IP hosted its prestigious EMEA Awards ceremony on June 21, 2023, at the Hilton London Metropole, acknowledging law firms, companies, and practitioners for their exceptional intellectual property work in 2022. Highlights included cross-border patent litigation victories for Novartis and Nokia, a Lifetime Achie…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsEurope
The 19th annual Managing IP EMEA Awards shortlist highlights leading IP firms and practitioners across multiple jurisdictions, with winners to be announced at a London ceremony on…
Managing IP has released the shortlists for its 2024 EMEA Awards, recognizing outstanding achievements in intellectual property law across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Covering patent disputes, trademark prosecution, copyright, and more, the awards span over 50 jurisdictions. The winners will be revealed at a…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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LitigationEurope
European Patent Office rejects AI inventor status for DABUS, signaling ongoing challenges for AI-generated inventions in patent law
The European Patent Office (EPO) Board of Appeal has ruled that European patents must name human inventors, dismissing the appeal to recognize the AI system DABUS as an inventor. This decision underscores the legal requirement under the European Patent Convention that inventors possess legal capacity as natural person…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsEurope
Withdrawal Agreement ensures uninterrupted IP rights protection and conversion of EU trademarks and designs into UK equivalents by January 2021
The UK government confirms that during the Brexit transition period from February 1 to December 31, 2020, EU intellectual property laws will continue to apply in the UK without disruption. The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) will convert nearly 1.4 million EU trademarks and 700,000 EU designs into comparable UK rig…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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TrademarksEurope
Key changes to UK and EU intellectual property rights and representation take effect following the end of the Brexit transition period.
Following the conclusion of the Brexit transition period on 31 December 2020, significant modifications to UK intellectual property law and procedures have been implemented from 1 January 2021. These changes affect UK representation before the EU Intellectual Property Office, the creation of comparable UK trade marks…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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TrademarksUK
Comprehensive analysis reveals key sectors leveraging patents, trademarks, registered designs, and copyright to contribute substantially to UK economy between 2014 and 2016
A government study analyzing UK industries from 2014 to 2016 identifies extensive use of intellectual property (IP) rights—including patents, trademarks, registered designs, and copyright—across multiple sectors. Industries with above-average IP usage accounted for nearly 27% of non-financial value-added output and ov…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsUSA
The US Supreme Court will examine the legality of 'skinny label' use in patent infringement claims involving pharmaceutical company Amarin, a case with significant implications fo…
The US Supreme Court has granted certiorari to hear a patent infringement case centered on the 'skinny label' strategy employed by generic drug manufacturers, involving Amarin Pharma. The case will address whether a generic drug maker can be held liable for inducing infringement when its product is labeled for non-pat…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsChina
The 2023 China Business Law Awards recognize leading legal firms and practitioners excelling in China’s dynamic legal market
Law.asia has revealed the recipients of its 2023 China Business Law Awards, highlighting top-performing law firms and legal professionals across various practice areas in China. The awards celebrate excellence and innovation in legal services amid the evolving business landscape in China.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsGlobal
Vietnam commits to stringent IP rights protection and transparent business environment, engaging with global partners including the US
Vietnam’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Pham Thu Hang affirmed the country’s firm stance on intellectual property (IP) enforcement, highlighting recent legislative improvements and enforcement actions. Vietnam is actively collaborating with international partners to foster transparency and combat IP infring…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsMiddle East
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s visits to UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia advance trade ties and investment frameworks, targeting multi-billion dollar growth
Vietnam has strengthened its economic ties with Middle Eastern nations through Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh’s recent official visits to the UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia. Key outcomes include the signing of a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with the UAE, aiming to unlock $20 billion in bilateral t…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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PatentsUSA
Experienced IP attorney and fintech innovator leads the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, advising the President on intellectual property matters
John A. Squires serves as the Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), overseeing one of the world’s largest IP offices. Bringing extensive experience in intellectual property law, fintech, and regulatory compliance, Squires advises the Preside…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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LitigationUSA
Experts anticipate record patent enforcement fueled by litigation funding and evolving legal strategies
The year 2026 is projected to witness unprecedented levels of patent litigation in the United States. This surge is attributed to a confluence of factors including supportive pro-patent policies, the integration of advanced artificial intelligence tools in legal processes, and increased availability of litigation fund…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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LitigationUSA
The upcoming Supreme Court decision in Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA v. Amarin Pharma could reshape pharmaceutical patent enforcement and marketing strategies by addressing whether ge…
On January 16, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court granted certiorari to review a Federal Circuit ruling in Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA v. Amarin Pharma. The case centers on whether generic drug makers who exclude patented uses from their product labels—so-called 'skinny labels'—can still face patent infringement claims based…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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TrademarksIndia
The Supreme Court ruled that assigning trademarks as collateral for loans contravenes the Trademarks Act and Banking Regulation Act, clarifying the legal framework for intellectua…
In a landmark judgment in Canara Bank vs NG Subbaraya Setty, the Supreme Court of India held that the assignment of trademarks as security for outstanding loans is prohibited under existing laws. The ruling emphasizes that trademarks cannot be used as collateral in banking transactions, reinforcing statutory protectio…
Thursday, May 14, 2026
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