PatentsGlobal
UPM acquires Avantium’s Ray Technology patents to enhance bio-based glycol production amid growing bioeconomy demand
UPM has acquired Avantium’s intellectual property for Ray Technology, enabling production of bio-based mono-ethylene glycol and mono-propylene glycol from plant sugars. The deal strengthens UPM’s renewable chemicals capabilities and supports its Leuna biorefinery operations. Avantium refocuses on FDCA and PEF technolo…
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PatentsGlobal
Kuwait’s Dar AlMuhama Law Firm actively engages in shaping Middle East intellectual property frameworks and AI-related IP challenges at the world’s largest trademark association m…
Dar AlMuhama Law Firm, led by Founder and Managing Partner Abdulrahman Alhouti, participated in the 2026 International Trademark Association Annual Meeting in London. The firm contributed to high-level discussions on advancing IP frameworks in the Middle East and addressed emerging issues such as artificial intelligen…
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Franklin Pierce School of Law students lead initiatives to narrow the gender gap in IP law through awareness events and professional engagement
At the University of New Hampshire’s Franklin Pierce School of Law, students are actively addressing the persistent gender disparity in intellectual property law. Through the Intellectual Property Law Association’s annual Women in Intellectual Property Night and partnerships with leading IP professionals, the school f…
Friday, May 15, 2026
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EnforcementUSA
Recordation with U.S. Customs and Border Protection offers a cost-effective enforcement mechanism against infringing imports
Trademark and copyright owners registered in the United States can leverage recordation with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to prevent the importation of counterfeit and infringing goods. This enforcement tool, which includes a streamlined application process and modest fees, enables CBP officers to detain s…
Friday, May 15, 2026
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PatentsSoutheast Asia
The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines advances digital transformation and AI adoption to enhance IP examination and services, securing a top global innovation spot.
In January 2026, the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) achieved third place worldwide in the World Trademark Review’s IP Office Innovation Ranking. This leap from 13th place in 2024 reflects IPOPHL’s commitment to digital innovation, including AI-powered tools that improve patent and trademark e…
Friday, May 15, 2026
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New framework aims to professionalize IP management and promote diverse knowledge transfer methods including open science
The University of Hamburg has adopted its inaugural Intellectual Property (IP) Strategy alongside updated IP Guidelines to modernize the management of patents, trademarks, copyrights, and other IP arising from research and teaching. Anchored by the vision “IP in the Service of Society,” the strategy emphasizes both co…
Friday, May 15, 2026
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Te Puni Kōkiri and MBIE Collaborate on Policy to Safeguard Māori Culture Amid AI Advancements
New Zealand government agencies, including Te Puni Kōkiri and the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, are addressing the complex issues surrounding artificial intelligence's impact on Māori cultural intellectual property. Officials highlight both opportunities and risks, emphasizing the need for robust go…
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PolicyGlobal
Vietnam affirms commitment to IP enforcement and invites dialogue with international partners following US Special 301 Report concerns
Vietnam’s Foreign Ministry has expressed readiness to clarify its intellectual property policies with the United States and other international partners. The ministry highlighted ongoing legal reforms, enforcement efforts, and cooperation with technology platforms to combat IP infringement, responding to issues raised…
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Senior Licensing Associate at UC’s 1819 Innovation Hub Bridges Research and Market Impact Through Strategic IP Management
Madison Bourbon, senior licensing associate at the University of Cincinnati, plays a pivotal role in advancing university inventions from concept to commercialization. Leading technology transfer efforts across multiple colleges, Bourbon evaluates, markets, and negotiates licensing agreements to maximize impact and re…
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PolicyGlobal
White House and Congress Highlight Industrial-Scale Chinese Efforts to Steal AI Innovations and Smuggle Critical Chips, Prompting Legislative Action
Chinese Communist Party-backed entities are conducting large-scale intellectual property theft focused on artificial intelligence and advanced microchips, posing significant risks to US economic and national security. Recent investigations reveal sophisticated methods including proxy accounts, distillation attacks, an…
Friday, May 15, 2026
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CopyrightGlobal
Tokyo-based Avex Inc. reports highest post-pandemic sales and a strong return to profitability, driven by live entertainment, anime, and strategic music rights investments
Avex Inc. announced robust financial results for fiscal year 2025, with net sales reaching approximately $971 million and operating profit rebounding to $27 million. The company is advancing its global music rights and intellectual property strategy through acquisitions, partnerships, and expanded publishing operation…
Friday, May 15, 2026
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LitigationGlobal
Lex Machina report reveals rising litigation targeting major retailers for fabric and pattern copyright violations, with strategic advice for defense and prevention
A recent Lex Machina analysis highlights a surge in copyright infringement lawsuits against retailers involving textile patterns. Major defendants include Ross Stores, TJX, Amazon, and Burlington Coat Factory, with plaintiffs like L.A. Printex and Star Fabrics increasing filings. While damages awarded are rare, settle…
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