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China Patents Update Puts China and World AI Conference Strategy in Focus
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China Patents Update Puts China and World AI Conference Strategy in Focus

Practical patents context for IP teams tracking Patents, China, World AI Conference.

IIPLA reviews the patents implications of Patents, China, World AI Conference, with practical notes for China IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.

Thursday, September 3, 2026
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China AI & IP Update Puts Virtual Mind and Manchester United IP Strategy in Focus
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China AI & IP Update Puts Virtual Mind and Manchester United IP Strategy in Focus

Practical ai & ip context for IP teams tracking AI & IP, Virtual Mind, Manchester United IP.

IIPLA reviews the ai & ip implications of AI & IP, Virtual Mind, Manchester United IP, with practical notes for China IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.

Saturday, August 29, 2026
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Middle East AI & IP Update Puts Chinese and AFP Fact Check AI Strategy in Focus
AI & IPMiddle East

Middle East AI & IP Update Puts Chinese and AFP Fact Check AI Strategy in Focus

Practical ai & ip context for IP teams tracking AI & IP, Chinese, AFP Fact Check AI.

IIPLA reviews the ai & ip implications of AI & IP, Chinese, AFP Fact Check AI, with practical notes for Middle East IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.

Friday, August 28, 2026
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China Trademarks Update Puts LEGO and Beijing Strategy in Focus
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China Trademarks Update Puts LEGO and Beijing Strategy in Focus

Practical trademarks context for IP teams tracking Trademarks, LEGO, Beijing.

IIPLA reviews the trademarks implications of Trademarks, LEGO, Beijing, with practical notes for China IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.

Wednesday, August 26, 2026
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China Licensing Update Puts Huawei and HP Inc. Sign Global Strategy in Focus
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China Licensing Update Puts Huawei and HP Inc. Sign Global Strategy in Focus

Practical licensing context for IP teams tracking Licensing, Huawei, HP Inc. Sign Global.

IIPLA reviews the licensing implications of Licensing, Huawei, HP Inc. Sign Global, with practical notes for China IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.

Wednesday, August 26, 2026
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US Trade Authorities Initiate Investigation into Chinese Battery Manufacturer EVE Energy Following LG Energy Patent Allegations
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US Trade Authorities Initiate Investigation into Chinese Battery Manufacturer EVE Energy Following LG Energy Patent Allegations

The US trade regulators have launched a probe into EVE Energy amid patent infringement claims filed by LG Energy, signaling heightened scrutiny in the battery technology sector.

US trade authorities have commenced an investigation into Chinese battery maker EVE Energy after LG Energy lodged a patent complaint. This development underscores ongoing tensions and intellectual property enforcement challenges within the competitive battery manufacturing industry.

Friday, August 21, 2026
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Suzhou Court Awards $1.5 Million to Louis Vuitton in Trademark Dispute with Chinese Tea Chain Molly Tea
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Suzhou Court Awards $1.5 Million to Louis Vuitton in Trademark Dispute with Chinese Tea Chain Molly Tea

Landmark ruling highlights Chinese courts’ approach to trademark similarity, consumer perception, and cross-industry brand protection amid cultural motif controversies

In a notable intellectual property case, the Suzhou Intermediate People’s Court ruled in June 2026 that Molly Tea’s floral logo infringed Louis Vuitton’s registered trademarks, awarding the luxury brand $1.5 million in damages. The dispute underscores China’s first-to-file trademark system, the emphasis on overall com…

Tuesday, August 4, 2026
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Jiangsu’s Su Super League Emerges as a Cultural and IP Phenomenon in Chinese Football
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Jiangsu’s Su Super League Emerges as a Cultural and IP Phenomenon in Chinese Football

Rapid growth of grassroots soccer league in Jiangsu province highlights the critical role of intellectual property protection amid expanding commercial and cultural influence

The Jiangsu Football City League, known as the Su Super League, has evolved from a modest amateur competition into a major cultural event with millions of online views and sold-out stadiums. As the league’s popularity surges, the Jiangsu Football Association has proactively filed numerous trademark applications to saf…

Tuesday, August 4, 2026
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China Updates Integrated Circuit Layout-Design Protection to Foster Innovation and Harmonize with International Norms
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China Updates Integrated Circuit Layout-Design Protection to Foster Innovation and Harmonize with International Norms

Revisions to China's IC layout-design regulations aim to boost domestic innovation and align intellectual property protections with global standards amid growing technological adv…

China has revised its regulations governing the protection of integrated circuit (IC) layout-designs, reflecting its commitment to enhancing innovation and aligning its IP framework with international practices. These changes come as China continues to evolve from a manufacturing hub into a global innovation center, u…

Monday, August 3, 2026
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Louis Vuitton's Trademark Victory Over Molly Tea Sparks Cultural Debate and Public Backlash in China
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Louis Vuitton's Trademark Victory Over Molly Tea Sparks Cultural Debate and Public Backlash in China

Suzhou court orders Molly Tea to pay $1.5 million for trademark infringement, igniting nationwide discussion on IP rights and cultural heritage

A recent ruling by a Suzhou court found Shenzhen-based Molly Tea liable for infringing Louis Vuitton’s registered four-petal floral trademarks, awarding the luxury brand 10.3 million yuan in damages. While legally consistent, the decision has provoked widespread public debate in China over the balance between intellec…

Thursday, July 30, 2026
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Nanning Customs Data Reveals Major Routes and Volumes of Counterfeit Goods from China to Vietnam
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Nanning Customs Data Reveals Major Routes and Volumes of Counterfeit Goods from China to Vietnam

Analysis of 486 penalty decisions uncovers key border crossings, product categories, and enforcement trends in the China-Vietnam counterfeit trade corridor

Between January 2025 and July 2026, Nanning Customs published detailed penalty decisions exposing the scale and patterns of counterfeit goods moving from China into Vietnam. The data highlights five main land crossings, with Youyi Guan and Aidian in Lang Son province dominating seizures. Footwear, apparel, electronics…

Thursday, July 30, 2026
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China Invalidates Nikon’s Z-Mount Patents in Legal Defeat Against Viltrox
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China Invalidates Nikon’s Z-Mount Patents in Legal Defeat Against Viltrox

China National Intellectual Property Administration rules Nikon’s Z-mount design lacks novelty, dismissing infringement claims against Viltrox

Nikon’s patent lawsuit against Viltrox in China has ended with a ruling that invalidates Nikon’s Z-mount patents. The China National Intellectual Property Administration found that Nikon’s lens mount design does not meet the threshold for patent protection, undermining Nikon’s claims of intellectual property infringem…

Thursday, July 30, 2026
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Wanhuida Intellectual Property Emerges as a Leading Full-Service IP Firm in China with Extensive Expertise and Nationwide Presence
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Wanhuida Intellectual Property Emerges as a Leading Full-Service IP Firm in China with Extensive Expertise and Nationwide Presence

Founded in 1999, Wanhuida Intellectual Property boasts a multidisciplinary team of over 500 professionals delivering comprehensive patent prosecution, litigation, and strategic IP…

Wanhuida Intellectual Property, established in 1999, is recognized as one of China’s foremost full-service intellectual property firms. With more than 500 professionals, including over 120 IP lawyers and 150 patent practitioners, the firm operates from key cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Hon…

Wednesday, July 29, 2026
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China's Intellectual Property Landscape: Key Developments in Patents, Litigation, and Market Expansion
PatentsChina

China's Intellectual Property Landscape: Key Developments in Patents, Litigation, and Market Expansion

From Pop Mart's global ambitions to ByteDance's international growth, China's IP ecosystem is evolving amid legal disputes and innovation surges.

China continues to dominate global patent filings in 2024, with nearly half of all patents worldwide originating from the country. Leading Chinese companies such as Pop Mart, ByteDance, and Alibaba Cloud are expanding internationally while navigating complex intellectual property challenges. Recent legal actions inclu…

Wednesday, July 29, 2026
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China Denies US Allegations That Moonshot AI Misappropriated Anthropic Technology Amid Rising AI Rivalry
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China Denies US Allegations That Moonshot AI Misappropriated Anthropic Technology Amid Rising AI Rivalry

Beijing rejects claims of intellectual property theft by Moonshot AI, emphasizing independent AI advancements and condemning politically motivated accusations from the US

Tensions between the US and China have escalated following allegations from the Trump administration that Chinese AI startup Moonshot AI illicitly used Anthropic’s proprietary technology. China has firmly denied these claims, asserting its AI sector’s independent progress and adherence to intellectual property laws. T…

Friday, July 24, 2026
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China Science Patent & Trademark Agent Expands Global Reach with Specialized Patent Practice and Landmark Litigation Success
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China Science Patent & Trademark Agent Expands Global Reach with Specialized Patent Practice and Landmark Litigation Success

From its origins within the Chinese Academy of Sciences, China Science Patent & Trademark Agent has evolved into a major IP firm with over 400 professionals and a global presence,…

China Science Patent & Trademark Agent, initially an agency under the Chinese Academy of Sciences, now operates as a comprehensive intellectual property firm with offices across Asia, Europe, and the United States. Its patent practice is segmented into technical and linguistic groups, providing tailored expertise in e…

Thursday, July 23, 2026
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China National Intellectual Property Administration Hosts White Paper Delivery Session
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China National Intellectual Property Administration Hosts White Paper Delivery Session

AmCham China Reports on Recent White Paper Presentation at CNIPA

On July 23, 2026, the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) convened a meeting for the delivery of a white paper, as reported by AmCham China. This event underscores ongoing efforts to monitor and engage with intellectual property developments in China. While detailed content of the white paper w…

Thursday, July 23, 2026
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