Monday, May 18, 2026
Sign in with SSO
IIPLA Newsroom

IIPLA News

Daily reporting, analysis, and legal-market coverage across patents, trademarks, copyright, licensing, disputes, and policy.

SectionsHomeBlogMembershipLogin
Showing the newsroom archive for Sun, May 17, 2026.
Return to latest coverage
Browse by region and category
All regionsGlobalUSAIndiaChinaEuropeMiddle EastAfricaSoutheast AsiaLatin AmericaUK
All categoriesPatentsTrademarksCopyrightBrandsLitigationLicensingPolicyAI & IPEnforcementCounterfeitingTrade SecretsDomain / Digital Rights
News Archive

Sun, May 17, 2026

22 articles published on this day, newest first.

UK Intellectual Property Office Announces Scheduled Maintenance and Service Interruptions Through May 2026
PatentsUK

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
IIPLA News Desk
USPTO Credit/Debit Card Payments Temporarily Unavailable Due to Scheduled Maintenance on May 9
PatentsUSA

USPTO Credit/Debit Card Payments Temporarily Unavailable Due to Scheduled Maintenance on May 9

Scheduled system maintenance will suspend credit and debit card payment processing across USPTO storefronts for three hours on Saturday evening, with alternative payment options a…

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) announced a planned maintenance window on Saturday, May 9, from 8 to 11 p.m. Eastern Time, during which credit and debit card payments will not be accepted. Customers with USPTO Deposit Accounts or Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) accounts can continue payments duri…

Sunday, May 17, 2026
IIPLA News Desk
USPTO Advises Attorneys to Regularly Verify Bar Credentials to Prevent Unauthorized Trademark Filings
TrademarksUSA

USPTO Advises Attorneys to Regularly Verify Bar Credentials to Prevent Unauthorized Trademark Filings

Routine monitoring of attorney information in trademark records helps detect misuse and safeguards professional reputation

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) urges trademark attorneys to periodically check their bar credentials in the trademark register to ensure accuracy and prevent unauthorized use. Misuse of attorney identities, particularly in filings by foreign applicants required to have U.S.-licensed counsel, rem…

Sunday, May 17, 2026
IIPLA News Desk
Tracing the Legacy of Iconic U.S. Trademarks from 1870 to Today
PatentsUSA

Tracing the Legacy of Iconic U.S. Trademarks from 1870 to Today

A historical overview of landmark American trademarks reveals their enduring impact on commerce and culture

Since the first federal trademark registration in 1870, iconic American brands have leveraged trademark protection to build consumer trust and distinguish themselves in competitive markets. This article explores the origins and evolution of notable U.S. trademarks, from Averill Chemical Paint Company to contemporary g…

Sunday, May 17, 2026
IIPLA News Desk
Page 2 of 2
Previous12Next
Newsroom tools
Newsletters & Digests

Subscribe to IIPLA Newsroom

Get Top 5 IP News Today, weekly editorial roundups, and region-aware updates tailored to your practice.

Choose your regions
Choose your categories
By subscribing, you agree to receive IIPLA newsroom emails. You can update preferences or unsubscribe anytime.
Top 5 IP News Today

Essential reading

Open archive
4
USAPatents

Tracing the Legacy of Iconic U.S. Trademarks from 1870 to Today

Since the first federal trademark registration in 1870, iconic American brands have leveraged trademark protection to build consumer trust and distinguish themselves in competitive markets. This article explores the origins and evolution of notable U.S. trademarks, from Averill Chemical Paint Company to contemporary g…

Sunday, May 17, 2026
Most Read

Popular with readers

IP News

Becton Dickinson Sues Baxter Over Infusion Pump Patents

Leading medical technology company Becton Dickinson and Company (BD) has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Baxter International Inc., claiming that Baxter has unlawfully used BD’s patented technologies in it...

Wednesday, May 14, 2025
IIPLA News Desk
IP Blog

Detailed Information About PCT Filing

Regularly check our site to learn about PCT filing and more crucial ideas. The patent Cooperation Treaty is known as PCT. It is an international agreement that has more than 150 members. Submitting a single PCT applic...

Saturday, August 13, 2022
memonhusen
PatentsGlobal

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
IIPLA News Desk
PatentsUSA

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
IIPLA News Desk
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
IIPLA News Desk