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PatentsGlobal

Global Technology Licensing Market Projected to Reach $5.6 Billion by 2035 with Asia Pacific Leading

Robust growth driven by IoT expansion, digital economy rise, and strategic partnerships amid evolving IP commercialization landscape

The international technology licensing market, valued at over $2.1 billion in 2025, is forecasted to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.7% from 2026 to 2035, reaching $5.6 billion. Key drivers include the proliferation of IoT devices, increasing digital economy adoption, and government-backed innovatio…

Wednesday, December 31, 2025

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PatentsGlobal

German Court Issues Adverse Ruling Against OpenAI Amid Global IP Developments

This week’s IP highlights include InterDigital’s lawsuit against Amazon in the US and CMS IndusLaw’s challenge to Indian foreign firm regulations

A German court has ruled against OpenAI in a significant intellectual property matter, marking a notable development in AI-related patent litigation. Concurrently, InterDigital has initiated legal action against Amazon in the United States, while CMS IndusLaw contests Indian regulations affecting foreign companies. Th…

Friday, November 14, 2025

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TrademarksGlobal

Key Intellectual Property Lessons Every Founder Should Master for Long-Term Success

Entrepreneurs must prioritize early IP ownership, strategic licensing, and vigilant enforcement to safeguard innovation and build sustainable brands in the digital era.

In today’s fast-paced digital economy, intellectual property (IP) protection is essential for entrepreneurs seeking to secure their innovations and brand identity. Drawing on experiences from the Web3 sector and projects like Neiro, this article outlines three critical lessons founders must learn: formalize IP ownersh…

Thursday, November 13, 2025

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LitigationUK

Getty Images Secures Partial Victory Against Stability AI in Landmark UK Copyright and Trademark Dispute

UK High Court delivers nuanced ruling on AI training data use, model weights, and watermark trademark claims in Getty Images v Stability AI

In a pivotal UK High Court judgment, Getty Images and associated entities challenged Stability AI over alleged unauthorized use of millions of copyrighted images in training the Stable Diffusion AI model. The court dismissed core copyright infringement claims related to training but found limited trademark infringemen…

Friday, November 7, 2025

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TrademarksGlobal

Trinity College Dublin Appoints Dr. Richard Bunworth as Assistant Professor of Intellectual Property Law

Dr. Bunworth joins Trinity’s School of Law to teach and research EU competition law, digital markets, and IP regulation

Trinity College Dublin’s School of Law has appointed Dr. Richard Bunworth as Assistant Professor in Intellectual Property Law. Dr. Bunworth will lecture on Intellectual Property Law, Industrial Property, and supervise dissertations on IP, technology, and competition law. His research focuses on EU competition law and…

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

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PolicyMiddle East

Clyde & Co Strengthens Middle East Technology Practice with Partner Ruby Khnom

The global law firm appoints Ruby Khnom as Head of Technology in Dubai amid expanding digital transformation demands

Clyde & Co has appointed technology lawyer Ruby Khnom as Partner and Head of its Middle East Technology practice, based in Dubai. This strategic hire enhances the firm’s capabilities in emerging technologies, data privacy, and complex technology contracts, supporting clients across sectors undergoing rapid digital tra…

Monday, September 8, 2025

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LitigationUK

UK High Court Hears Pivotal Copyright Dispute Between Getty Images and Stability AI

The landmark case scrutinizes the legality of AI training practices involving copyrighted images, setting a precedent for future AI and copyright law intersections in the UK.

Getty Images has initiated a significant copyright infringement lawsuit against Stability AI at the UK High Court. The case centers on whether Stability AI unlawfully used Getty's copyrighted images to train its AI models without authorization. This trial could establish critical legal standards governing AI training…

Tuesday, July 8, 2025

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TrademarksSoutheast Asia

Skrine Addresses Cost Challenges and Enhances Client Service Amid Malaysia’s Evolving IP Environment

Malaysian law firm Skrine focuses on overcoming cost barriers and delivering superior client service to support businesses navigating intellectual property complexities

Skrine, a leading Malaysian law firm, highlights the persistent cost challenges faced by local businesses in managing intellectual property rights. The firm emphasizes the importance of exceptional client service as a key differentiator in Malaysia’s shifting IP landscape, offering strategic guidance across trademark,…

Thursday, April 10, 2025

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TrademarksUK

Navigating Intellectual Property Challenges in the Era of 3D Printing Technology

As 3D printing expands across sectors, legal experts examine patent, trademark, and copyright implications under current UK IP law

3D printing technology is revolutionizing industries from aerospace to healthcare, but it also raises complex intellectual property issues. With no UK-specific legislation addressing 3D printing and IP, businesses must rely on existing patent and trademark laws to protect their rights. This article explores key legal…

Thursday, February 27, 2025

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PatentsMiddle East

Francorp Enhances Intellectual Property Services via Strategic Alliance with Destek Patent

Dubai-based franchising expert Francorp partners with Turkey’s Destek Patent to integrate comprehensive IP legal protections into franchise development

Francorp, a Dubai boutique specializing in franchising, has formed a partnership with Destek Patent, a leading intellectual property firm from Turkey, to strengthen its IP management services. This collaboration aims to provide franchise clients with robust legal safeguards for trademarks, patents, and other IP assets…

Monday, February 3, 2025

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TrademarksAfrica

Kigali to Host 5th Annual Africa Intellectual Property Summit Focusing on IP’s Role in Sustainable Development

The Africa IP Summit 2024 convenes November 28-30 to address intellectual property challenges and opportunities across the continent

The 5th Annual Africa Intellectual Property Rights Summit will take place from November 28 to 30, 2024, at the M Hotel in Kigali, Rwanda. Organized by the African Intellectual Property Centre, the event will gather diverse stakeholders to explore how intellectual property rights can drive innovation, economic growth,…

Monday, July 22, 2024

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AI & IPMiddle East

Saudi Arabia and UAE Aim to Build AI Chip Design Hubs Amid Global Tech Rivalries

Gulf states seek to leverage energy resources and strategic investments to develop homegrown AI capabilities, navigating geopolitical chip restrictions and talent shortages

Saudi Arabia and the UAE are positioning themselves as emerging artificial intelligence hubs by focusing on chip design and data infrastructure. Despite challenges such as US export controls and limited local talent, the Gulf nations are investing billions and courting global AI leaders like OpenAI's Sam Altman and So…

Saturday, March 23, 2024

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PatentsGlobal

Global Patent Filings Reach New Heights in 2022, Driven by India and China Amid Economic Uncertainty

WIPO's 2022 World Intellectual Property Indicators report highlights record patent applications worldwide despite declines in trademarks and designs

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) reports a record 3.46 million patent applications filed globally in 2022, marking the third consecutive year of growth led by China and India. While trademark and industrial design filings declined, patent activity surged, underscoring the resilience of global innova…

Monday, November 6, 2023

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PatentsUK

Advanced Bionics Secures UK Victory in Patent Invalidation Battle Against MED-EL Over Cochlear Implant Technology

UK High Court rules MED-EL’s EP 605 patent invalid for obviousness, marking a key win for Advanced Bionics amid ongoing multi-jurisdictional disputes

The High Court of England and Wales has invalidated MED-EL’s patent EP 31 38 605 related to cochlear implant magnets, siding with Advanced Bionics in a high-stakes patent dispute. The ruling, based on obviousness over prior art, comes amid parallel proceedings in Europe, the US, Germany, and the Netherlands, underscor…

Tuesday, July 5, 2022

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PatentsAfrica

South Africa Grants First Patent Naming AI Inventor DABUS, Sparking Global Debate on AI Inventorship

The landmark South African patent recognizing AI as inventor contrasts with rejections in UK, US, and Europe, raising critical legal and policy questions worldwide.

In a pioneering move, South Africa’s Companies and Intellectual Property Commission granted a patent listing the AI system DABUS as inventor, marking the first such recognition globally. While other jurisdictions like the UK, US, and Europe have rejected AI inventorship applications, South Africa’s lack of a substanti…

Friday, October 22, 2021

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PatentsAfrica

WTO TRIPS Waiver Alone Insufficient to Ensure Global Access to COVID-19 Medicines, Experts Warn

Despite calls for a temporary waiver on intellectual property rights to boost COVID-19 treatment availability, legal and practical barriers may limit its effectiveness, prompting…

The ongoing debate over intellectual property rights during the COVID-19 pandemic highlights the complex balance between incentivizing pharmaceutical innovation and ensuring equitable access to life-saving medicines. While South Africa and India have proposed a WTO TRIPS waiver to temporarily suspend IP protections on…

Wednesday, February 24, 2021

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TrademarksUK

WTO Ruling on Saudi IP Theft Casts Shadow Over Newcastle United Takeover

Saudi Arabia’s involvement in large-scale intellectual property piracy raises legal and ethical questions for Premier League’s approval of Newcastle bid

The World Trade Organization has ruled that Saudi Arabia engaged in mass-scale intellectual property theft through the beoutQ pirate broadcasting operation. This finding complicates the proposed £300 million takeover of Newcastle United by a Saudi-backed consortium, as the Premier League faces pressure to consider the…

Tuesday, June 16, 2020

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CounterfeitingGlobal

Global IP Developments: Turkey's Plain Packaging, Pakistan IPO Praised by WIPO, and '.amazon' Domain Dispute Resurfaces

Recent international trademark and counterfeiting updates include major seizures, policy shifts, and ongoing domain name conflicts impacting rights holders worldwide.

This comprehensive report covers key intellectual property developments including a significant counterfeit Nike sneaker seizure by US Customs, Turkey's upcoming plain packaging mandate for tobacco, Pakistan's IP Office praised by WIPO for Madrid Protocol preparations, and renewed uncertainty over the '.amazon' top-le…

Friday, December 7, 2018

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PatentsGlobal

Global Technology Licensing Market Projected to Reach $5.6 Billion by 2035 with Asia Pacific Leading

Robust growth driven by IoT expansion, digital economy rise, and strategic partnerships amid evolving IP commercialization landscape

Wednesday, December 31, 2025

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PatentsGlobal

German Court Issues Adverse Ruling Against OpenAI Amid Global IP Developments

This week’s IP highlights include InterDigital’s lawsuit against Amazon in the US and CMS IndusLaw’s challenge to Indian foreign firm regulations

Friday, November 14, 2025

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TrademarksGlobal

Key Intellectual Property Lessons Every Founder Should Master for Long-Term Success

Entrepreneurs must prioritize early IP ownership, strategic licensing, and vigilant enforcement to safeguard innovation and build sustainable brands in the digital era.

Thursday, November 13, 2025

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LitigationUK

Getty Images Secures Partial Victory Against Stability AI in Landmark UK Copyright and Trademark Dispute

UK High Court delivers nuanced ruling on AI training data use, model weights, and watermark trademark claims in Getty Images v Stability AI

Friday, November 7, 2025

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TrademarksGlobal

Trinity College Dublin Appoints Dr. Richard Bunworth as Assistant Professor of Intellectual Property Law

Dr. Bunworth joins Trinity’s School of Law to teach and research EU competition law, digital markets, and IP regulation

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

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PolicyMiddle East

Clyde & Co Strengthens Middle East Technology Practice with Partner Ruby Khnom

The global law firm appoints Ruby Khnom as Head of Technology in Dubai amid expanding digital transformation demands

Monday, September 8, 2025

IIPLA News Desk

LitigationUK

UK High Court Hears Pivotal Copyright Dispute Between Getty Images and Stability AI

The landmark case scrutinizes the legality of AI training practices involving copyrighted images, setting a precedent for future AI and copyright law intersections in the UK.

Tuesday, July 8, 2025

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TrademarksSoutheast Asia

Skrine Addresses Cost Challenges and Enhances Client Service Amid Malaysia’s Evolving IP Environment

Malaysian law firm Skrine focuses on overcoming cost barriers and delivering superior client service to support businesses navigating intellectual property complexities

Thursday, April 10, 2025

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TrademarksUK

Navigating Intellectual Property Challenges in the Era of 3D Printing Technology

As 3D printing expands across sectors, legal experts examine patent, trademark, and copyright implications under current UK IP law

Thursday, February 27, 2025

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PatentsMiddle East

Francorp Enhances Intellectual Property Services via Strategic Alliance with Destek Patent

Dubai-based franchising expert Francorp partners with Turkey’s Destek Patent to integrate comprehensive IP legal protections into franchise development

Monday, February 3, 2025

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TrademarksAfrica

Kigali to Host 5th Annual Africa Intellectual Property Summit Focusing on IP’s Role in Sustainable Development

The Africa IP Summit 2024 convenes November 28-30 to address intellectual property challenges and opportunities across the continent

Monday, July 22, 2024

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AI & IPMiddle East

Saudi Arabia and UAE Aim to Build AI Chip Design Hubs Amid Global Tech Rivalries

Gulf states seek to leverage energy resources and strategic investments to develop homegrown AI capabilities, navigating geopolitical chip restrictions and talent shortages

Saturday, March 23, 2024

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PatentsGlobal

Global Patent Filings Reach New Heights in 2022, Driven by India and China Amid Economic Uncertainty

WIPO's 2022 World Intellectual Property Indicators report highlights record patent applications worldwide despite declines in trademarks and designs

Monday, November 6, 2023

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PatentsUK

Advanced Bionics Secures UK Victory in Patent Invalidation Battle Against MED-EL Over Cochlear Implant Technology

UK High Court rules MED-EL’s EP 605 patent invalid for obviousness, marking a key win for Advanced Bionics amid ongoing multi-jurisdictional disputes

Tuesday, July 5, 2022

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PatentsAfrica

South Africa Grants First Patent Naming AI Inventor DABUS, Sparking Global Debate on AI Inventorship

The landmark South African patent recognizing AI as inventor contrasts with rejections in UK, US, and Europe, raising critical legal and policy questions worldwide.

Friday, October 22, 2021

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PatentsAfrica

WTO TRIPS Waiver Alone Insufficient to Ensure Global Access to COVID-19 Medicines, Experts Warn

Despite calls for a temporary waiver on intellectual property rights to boost COVID-19 treatment availability, legal and practical barriers may limit its effectiveness, prompting…

Wednesday, February 24, 2021

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TrademarksUK

WTO Ruling on Saudi IP Theft Casts Shadow Over Newcastle United Takeover

Saudi Arabia’s involvement in large-scale intellectual property piracy raises legal and ethical questions for Premier League’s approval of Newcastle bid

Tuesday, June 16, 2020

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CounterfeitingGlobal

Global IP Developments: Turkey's Plain Packaging, Pakistan IPO Praised by WIPO, and '.amazon' Domain Dispute Resurfaces

Recent international trademark and counterfeiting updates include major seizures, policy shifts, and ongoing domain name conflicts impacting rights holders worldwide.

Friday, December 7, 2018

IIPLA News Desk

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