PatentsUK
April 2026 UK patent, trade mark, and design application statistics released with noted omissions due to One IPO Transformation Programme changes
The UK Intellectual Property Office has published its monthly statistics report for April 2026 covering patents, trade marks, and designs. However, data on patent requests for March and April 2026 are temporarily unavailable due to ongoing system transformations under the One IPO Transformation Programme. Complete fig…
PatentsUK
Intellectual Property Office partners with online marketplaces to combat counterfeit sales and help consumers verify authenticity
The UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has released new guidance aimed at helping consumers shop safely in the expanding second-hand clothing market, which faces rising risks from counterfeit products. Recent data reveals that one in four UK buyers unknowingly purchased fake items online last year, with younger sho…
PatentsGlobal
Practical patents context for IP teams tracking Patents, Powermat Technologies, Anker Innovations Announce Patent.
IIPLA reviews the patents implications of Patents, Powermat Technologies, Anker Innovations Announce Patent, with practical notes for USA IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.
PatentsUK
UK business advisers provide extensive guidance on intellectual property and business development through regional networks and digital tools
Business advisers in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales offer detailed support to companies of all sizes, covering topics from startup to manufacturing and export. These advisory networks provide access to online resources and tools designed to help businesses navigate intellectual property and operational…
PatentsUK
UK government agencies caution companies against deceptive invoices falsely claiming to represent official services
Companies House and the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) have jointly issued a warning to UK businesses about unsolicited payment requests. These fraudulent invoices often mimic official correspondence, demanding inflated fees for services that are either free or available at lower costs through legitimate governmen…
PatentsGlobal
New partners Loke-Khoon Tan, Dominic Edmondson, and Maria Joannides Smith join Dentons to enhance IP, AI, data privacy, and technology capabilities across Asia-Pacific and globally
Dentons has expanded its Intellectual Property and Technology practice in Hong Kong by appointing three partners from Baker McKenzie. The additions of Loke-Khoon Tan, Dominic Edmondson, and Maria Joannides Smith bolster the firm’s expertise in IP protection, artificial intelligence, data privacy, cybersecurity, teleco…
TrademarksGlobal
From global icons to local clubs, football’s value increasingly hinges on trademarks, image rights, and media licensing, revealing disparities in IP protection across markets
Modern football transcends sport, evolving into a complex intellectual property ecosystem. Globally renowned clubs and players leverage trademarks, image rights, and broadcasting licenses to monetize their brands. Zimbabwean football clubs are beginning to adopt similar IP strategies, though with varying degrees of fo…
PatentsUSA
The recent UK ruling on standard-essential patents between ZTE and Samsung raises significant considerations for US patent licensing frameworks and enforcement strategies.
A landmark UK court decision in the ZTE v Samsung dispute over standard-essential patents (SEPs) has drawn attention to the complexities of patent licensing and the enforcement of FRAND commitments. This ruling underscores challenges that may influence patent licensing negotiations and litigation in the United States,…
TrademarksGlobal
Practical trademarks context for IP teams tracking Trademarks, Battle, Boehringer European.
IIPLA reviews the trademarks implications of Trademarks, Battle, Boehringer European, with practical notes for Europe IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.
TrademarksGlobal
Practical trademarks context for IP teams tracking Trademarks, Clarivate, IPfolio.
IIPLA reviews the trademarks implications of Trademarks, Clarivate, IPfolio, with practical notes for Europe IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.
PatentsUK
Experienced IP specialist Sarah Simpson joins Hill Dickinson’s Manchester office, enhancing the firm’s capabilities in brand protection and international trademark portfolio manag…
Hill Dickinson has appointed Sarah Simpson as a partner in its Manchester Commercial team, bringing extensive expertise in intellectual property rights protection, enforcement, and commercial agreements. Her arrival supports the firm’s strategic expansion in Manchester, a growing hub for innovative businesses requirin…
TrademarksGlobal
The acquisition integrates ultra-low-cost, mass-producible fixed-wing UAV systems into Draganfly’s portfolio, enhancing long-range ISR and autonomous mission capabilities
Draganfly Inc. has entered into a definitive asset purchase agreement to acquire Skip Dynamix’s drone technology assets, including its fixed-wing ultra-low-cost unmanned aerial systems designed for long-range intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, and one-way missions. This strategic acquisition strengthens Draga…
TrademarksUK
Recent additions to UK IP Crime Group and updates to enforcement guidance enhance support for businesses combating intellectual property infringement
The UK government has expanded the membership of its IP Crime Group, adding major companies and trade associations, while updating guidance on intellectual property enforcement. These developments aim to provide businesses with improved resources and affordable legal options to address IP crime and infringement effect…
PatentsUSA
In keynote remarks, Director John A. Squires underscores the historic significance of intellectual property rights enshrined in the U.S. Constitution and celebrates enduring Anglo…
At the 2026 INTA Annual Meeting in London, USPTO Director John A. Squires delivered remarks emphasizing the foundational role of intellectual property protections in the American constitutional framework. He reflected on the longstanding partnership between the United States and the United Kingdom, commemorated Americ…
TrademarksUSA
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…
TrademarksMiddle East
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…
EnforcementGlobal
New Memorandum of Understanding formalizes public-private cooperation to strengthen enforcement against counterfeiting and digital piracy
IP House and the UK Intellectual Property Office have entered into a formal partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding, aiming to enhance the fight against intellectual property crime. The agreement establishes a framework for collaboration on investigations, information sharing, and enforcement efforts, reflec…
LitigationGlobal
I saw the film Hamnet immediately after meeting with a neurosurgeon for a second opinion about removing a meningioma, a noncancerous tumor, nestled beside my brain. Around that ti…
I saw the film Hamnet immediately after meeting with a neurosurgeon for a second opinion about removing a meningioma, a noncancerous tumor, nestled beside my brain. Around that time, I was immersed in reading about artificial intelligence as part of my research for this article, which I needed to finish before surgery…
