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Huawei Advances Digital Sovereignty in Middle East with OpenHarmony and openEuler Platforms
AI & IPMiddle East

Huawei Advances Digital Sovereignty in Middle East with OpenHarmony and openEuler Platforms

Huawei's open-source initiatives OpenHarmony and openEuler are fostering digital independence and innovation across Middle Eastern nations, aligning with regional goals for techno…

Huawei is actively promoting its open-source operating systems, OpenHarmony and openEuler, in the Middle East to support digital sovereignty and reduce dependence on foreign technology. These platforms offer scalable, secure, and customizable solutions tailored to the region's evolving digital infrastructure needs. By…

Friday, May 15, 2026
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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...

Saturday, August 13, 2022
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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
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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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Huawei Advances Digital Sovereignty in Middle East with OpenHarmony and openEuler Platforms
AI & IPMiddle East

Huawei Advances Digital Sovereignty in Middle East with OpenHarmony and openEuler Platforms

Huawei's open-source initiatives OpenHarmony and openEuler are fostering digital independence and innovation across Middle Eastern nations, aligning with regional goals for techno…

Huawei is actively promoting its open-source operating systems, OpenHarmony and openEuler, in the Middle East to support digital sovereignty and reduce dependence on foreign technology. These platforms offer scalable, secure, and customizable solutions tailored to the region's evolving digital infrastructure needs. By…

Friday, May 15, 2026
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Dar AlMuhama Law Firm Elevates Kuwaiti IP Expertise at INTA 2026 in London
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Dar AlMuhama Law Firm Elevates Kuwaiti IP Expertise at INTA 2026 in London

Kuwait’s Dar AlMuhama Law Firm actively engages in shaping Middle East intellectual property frameworks and AI-related IP challenges at the world’s largest trademark association m…

Dar AlMuhama Law Firm, led by Founder and Managing Partner Abdulrahman Alhouti, participated in the 2026 International Trademark Association Annual Meeting in London. The firm contributed to high-level discussions on advancing IP frameworks in the Middle East and addressed emerging issues such as artificial intelligen…

Friday, May 15, 2026
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Iberdrola Innovation Middle East Drives Digital Transformation in Energy Sector from Qatar Hub
PatentsMiddle East

Iberdrola Innovation Middle East Drives Digital Transformation in Energy Sector from Qatar Hub

Spanish energy giant Iberdrola advances smart grid, renewable integration, and energy efficiency through its Qatar-based innovation centre

Iberdrola Innovation Middle East, established in 2016 within Qatar Science and Technology Park, spearheads the development of cutting-edge digital solutions for renewable energy integration, smart grids, and energy conservation. Leveraging expertise in AI, big data, and electrical engineering, the centre supports Iber…

Thursday, May 14, 2026
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Managing IP EMEA Awards 2023 Honour Leading Firms and Practitioners in Intellectual Property
PatentsEurope

Managing IP EMEA Awards 2023 Honour Leading Firms and Practitioners in Intellectual Property

The 18th annual Managing IP Awards gala in London celebrated outstanding achievements in IP law across Europe, recognising key players in patent litigation, enforcement, and innov…

Managing IP hosted its prestigious EMEA Awards ceremony on June 21, 2023, at the Hilton London Metropole, acknowledging law firms, companies, and practitioners for their exceptional intellectual property work in 2022. Highlights included cross-border patent litigation victories for Novartis and Nokia, a Lifetime Achie…

Thursday, May 14, 2026
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Managing IP Unveils 2024 EMEA Awards Shortlists Ahead of April Gala
PatentsEurope

Managing IP Unveils 2024 EMEA Awards Shortlists Ahead of April Gala

The 19th annual Managing IP EMEA Awards shortlist highlights leading IP firms and practitioners across multiple jurisdictions, with winners to be announced at a London ceremony on…

Managing IP has released the shortlists for its 2024 EMEA Awards, recognizing outstanding achievements in intellectual property law across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Covering patent disputes, trademark prosecution, copyright, and more, the awards span over 50 jurisdictions. The winners will be revealed at a…

Thursday, May 14, 2026
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Together We Can: Approaches to Empowering Women in IP
TrademarksEurope

Together We Can: Approaches to Empowering Women in IP

The intellectual property (IP) gender gap is a real problem; only around 16 percent of patent applications filed through WIPO's Patent Cooperation Tr…

The intellectual property (IP) gender gap is a real problem; only around 16 percent of patent applications filed through WIPO's Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) are from women, leaving countless brilliant minds and their…

Tuesday, April 28, 2026
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Sri Lanka’s Geographical Indications: Unlocking Export Potential Through Intellectual Property Rights
BrandsGlobal

Sri Lanka’s Geographical Indications: Unlocking Export Potential Through Intellectual Property Rights

Leveraging Geographical Indications to Enhance Branding, Market Access, and Value Addition in Sri Lanka’s Agricultural Exports

Sri Lanka’s agricultural exports, including tea, spices, and regional fruits, hold significant global recognition but remain underutilised in terms of intellectual property rights, particularly Geographical Indications (GIs). Strengthening the GI framework and enforcement can enhance export competitiveness by securing…

Wednesday, May 13, 2026
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