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Vietnam Advances Sports Intellectual Property to Drive Innovation and Economic Growth
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Vietnam Advances Sports Intellectual Property to Drive Innovation and Economic Growth

With a focus on IP commercialization, Vietnam positions its sports sector as a key contributor to a knowledge-based, smokeless economy

Vietnam is leveraging intellectual property rights in the sports industry to unlock new economic opportunities, emphasizing the commercialization of intangible assets such as broadcasting rights, trademarks, and digital content. Government officials and experts highlight the evolving role of IP in transforming sports…

Sunday, May 10, 2026
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Vietnam Advances Sports Intellectual Property to Drive Innovation and Economic Growth

Vietnam is leveraging intellectual property rights in the sports industry to unlock new economic opportunities, emphasizing the commercialization of intangible assets such as broadcasting rights, trademarks, and digital content. Government officials and experts highlight the evolving role of IP in transforming sports…

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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
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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...

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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
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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
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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
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Vietnam Advances Sports Intellectual Property to Drive Innovation and Economic Growth
PatentsGlobal

Vietnam Advances Sports Intellectual Property to Drive Innovation and Economic Growth

With a focus on IP commercialization, Vietnam positions its sports sector as a key contributor to a knowledge-based, smokeless economy

Vietnam is leveraging intellectual property rights in the sports industry to unlock new economic opportunities, emphasizing the commercialization of intangible assets such as broadcasting rights, trademarks, and digital content. Government officials and experts highlight the evolving role of IP in transforming sports…

Sunday, May 10, 2026
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Vietnam Advances Sports Intellectual Property to Drive Innovation and Economic Growth
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Vietnam Advances Sports Intellectual Property to Drive Innovation and Economic Growth

With a focus on IP commercialization, Vietnam positions its sports sector as a key contributor to a knowledge-based, smokeless economy

Vietnam is leveraging intellectual property rights in the sports industry to unlock new economic opportunities, emphasizing the commercialization of intangible assets such as broadcasting rights, trademarks, and digital content. Government officials and experts highlight the evolving role of IP in transforming sports…

Sunday, May 10, 2026
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Thailand Launches 'AMAZING Thailand GI Tour & Trail Running' to Promote Geographical Indication Products and Local Tourism
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Thailand Launches 'AMAZING Thailand GI Tour & Trail Running' to Promote Geographical Indication Products and Local Tourism

Tourism Authority of Thailand partners with government agencies to blend sports, culture, and community engagement through innovative trail running events featuring GI-certified p…

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), in collaboration with the Department of Internal Trade and the Department of Intellectual Property, has inaugurated the "AMAZING Thailand GI Tour & Trail Running" series. This initiative integrates trail running with the promotion of Geographical Indication (GI) products, aimin…

Sunday, May 10, 2026
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Turkic States Convene First-Ever Summit on Intellectual Property Cooperation in Bishkek
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Turkic States Convene First-Ever Summit on Intellectual Property Cooperation in Bishkek

Landmark gathering in Kyrgyz Republic sets stage for regional IP collaboration and future joint initiatives

The Organization of Turkic States (OTS) hosted its inaugural meeting of intellectual property institution leaders on August 20, 2025, in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic. High-ranking officials from member states discussed new frameworks for legal protection, enforcement, and cooperation in intellectual property, culminating…

Saturday, May 9, 2026
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Mexico Finalizes Patent Practice Regulations Under Revised Industrial Property Law
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Mexico Finalizes Patent Practice Regulations Under Revised Industrial Property Law

Comprehensive rules clarify procedures for priority rights, provisional filings, divisional applications, and grace periods as new FLPIP Regulations take effect in July 2026.

Mexico has published implementing Regulations for the Federal Law for the Protection of Industrial Property (FLPIP), which will become effective on July 23, 2026. The new rules provide detailed guidance on patent procedures, including the recognition of priority rights, requirements for provisional applications, divis…

Thursday, May 7, 2026
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Vietnam orders crackdown on IP violations after US trade warning
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Vietnam Intensifies IP Enforcement Following U.S. Priority Watch List Designation

Government aims for 20% rise in enforcement actions amid U.S. pressure and trade tensions

Vietnam has announced a nationwide crackdown on intellectual property violations, seeking a 20% increase in enforcement cases after being named a 'priority foreign country' by the U.S. Trade Representative. The initiative targets copyright, trademark, and counterfeiting offenses across multiple sectors, as the U.S. we…

Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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Hanoi orders 20% surge in IP enforcement cases in May after US warning
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Hanoi orders 20% surge in IP enforcement cases in May after US warning

Vietnam's market surveillance units under the trade ministry will intensify checks on counterfeit goods, with a focus on industrial property rights and trademark infringement. PHO…

Vietnam's market surveillance units under the trade ministry will intensify checks on counterfeit goods, with a focus on industrial property rights and trademark infringement. PHOTO: EPA [HO CHI MINH CITY] Hanoi has ordered a nationwide crackdown on intellectual property (IP) violations in May, mandating at least a 20…

Wednesday, May 6, 2026
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From Risk To Reward: What Our 2026 Industry Outlook Research Reveals About AI In IP
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From Risk To Reward: What Our 2026 Industry Outlook Research Reveals About AI In IP

The latest edition of our IP Industry Outlook Research reveals that AI is providing a powerful catalyst for change in our sector. As increasing numbers of IP professionals embrace…

The latest edition of our IP Industry Outlook Research reveals that AI is providing a powerful catalyst for change in our sector. As increasing numbers of IP professionals embrace its potential, we assess how AI has impacted the IP profession to date, uncover current challenges and opportunities, and spotlight emergin…

Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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Epic and Disney have introduced their most extensive intellectual property toolset to date, enabling developers to create Star Wars-themed games within Fortnite
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Epic and Disney have introduced their most extensive intellectual property toolset to date, enabling developers to create Star Wars-themed games within Fortnite

Epic Games, in collaboration with Disney, has unveiled a set of creation tools that let fans design their own Star Wars-themed games within Fortnite. This initiative grants develo…

Epic Games, in collaboration with Disney, has unveiled a set of creation tools that let fans design their own Star Wars-themed games within Fortnite. This initiative grants developers the ability to craft themed islands using the Star Wars toolkit within the Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN) and Fortnite Creative, or…

Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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Winston Lawyers Recognized in World Intellectual Property Review’s Leaders Directory 2026
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Winston Lawyers Recognized in World Intellectual Property Review’s Leaders Directory 2026

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Winston & Strawn SearchProfessionalsCapabilitiesInsights & NewsCareersLocationsAbout UsAlumniOpportunity & InclusionPro BonoCorporate Social ResponsibilityStay Connected:facebookinstagramlinkedintwitteryoutubeInsights & NewsRec…

Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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Call for Papers: Women’s Participation in Innovation, Creativity and Intellectual Property
CopyrightGlobal

Call for Papers: Women’s Participation in Innovation, Creativity and Intellectual Property

WIPO is happy to announce a call for papers for a special issue on Women’s Participation in Innovation, Creativity and Intellectual Property. The deadline for submission is 31 Mar…

WIPO is happy to announce a call for papers for a special issue on Women’s Participation in Innovation, Creativity and Intellectual Property. The deadline for submission is 31 March 2026. Technological progress is the backbone of economic growth, yet women's underrepresentation in innovation represents a challenge to…

Monday, May 4, 2026
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Unlocking Nigeria’s youth creative economy through stronger IP laws
CopyrightGlobal

Unlocking Nigeria’s youth creative economy through stronger IP laws

Nigeria is brimming with young creative talents such as musicians, filmmakers, designers, writers, and digital innovators shaping culture at home and commanding global attention.

Nigeria is brimming with young creative talents such as musicians, filmmakers, designers, writers, and digital innovators shaping culture at home and commanding global attention. Yet for many of these creators, turning originality into sustainable income remains an uphill climb. Weak enforcement, piracy, and limited a…

Saturday, May 2, 2026
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Akerman Expands Intellectual Property Team in New York With Haynes Boone Pair
CopyrightGlobal

Akerman Expands Intellectual Property Team in New York With Haynes Boone Pair

Reporting, and expert analysis of legal technology with a focus onwhat legal departments, law firms, and tech companies need to know

Reporting, and expert analysis of legal technology with a focus onwhat legal departments, law firms, and tech companies need to know The Am Law 100 is the definitive ranking of the 100 largest law firms in the United States.

Saturday, May 2, 2026
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