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IIPLA reviews the litigation implications of Litigation, USPTO, Director Review, with practical notes for USA IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.
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...
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...
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…
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…
California outdoor apparel leader sues Oregon drag performer over alleged infringement of iconic trademarks amid escalating legal dispute
Patagonia, Inc. has filed a federal trademark infringement lawsuit against climate activist and drag performer Wyn Wiley, known as Pattie Gonia, alleging unauthorized commercial use of its name and P-6 logo. The dispute centers on Wiley’s expansion into branded merchandise and trademark registration efforts, raising c…
Practical litigation context for IP teams tracking Litigation, USPTO, Director Review.
IIPLA reviews the litigation implications of Litigation, USPTO, Director Review, with practical notes for USA IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.
The company’s patented metabolomics algorithm, validated on over 15,000 samples, advances early detection of non-small cell lung cancer across multiple jurisdictions
BioMark Diagnostics Inc. has secured formal patent allowances from the Canadian Intellectual Property Office and the European Patent Office for its novel liquid biopsy technology aimed at early-stage lung cancer detection. The patented algorithm, clinically validated on samples from Quebec, France, and Germany, enhanc…
Company re-elects board members, secures auditor reappointment, and highlights progress in lithium metal batteries and proprietary dry separation patent
At its June 19, 2026 Annual General Meeting, Volt Carbon Technologies Inc. secured unanimous shareholder approval on all resolutions, including director re-elections and continuation of its stock option plan. The company provided updates on significant milestones in lithium metal battery testing, expansion of its inte…
Korean AI firm Wort Intelligence leverages extensive patent datasets to enhance domain-specific AI models for drug discovery and material science R&D
As the AI industry shifts focus from large language models to data acquisition, Wort Intelligence is expanding its AI-ready patent data services into bio and chemical sectors. The company aims to support domain-specific AI applications in new drug and material research, utilizing structured patent information from ove…
State of Maryland secures IP rights to the iconic Preakness Stakes and Black-Eyed Susan Stakes, preserving local control over the historic horse racing events
Maryland has invoked its statutory right of first refusal to purchase the intellectual property rights of the Preakness Stakes and Black-Eyed Susan Stakes from 1/ST Maryland LLC. This move effectively halts Churchill Downs’ $85 million offer made in April to acquire the IP. Governor Wes Moore emphasized the importance…
Nexon officially announces the return of 'Kart Rider' three years after service termination, emphasizing preservation of original game experience with modern enhancements
Nexon has confirmed the revival of its iconic 'Crazy Racing Kart Rider' intellectual property with a new game bearing the same name as the original. The announcement, made on June 23, 2026, highlights Nexon's commitment to maintaining the nostalgic elements of the classic title while introducing modern systems to enha…
Practical trademarks context for IP teams tracking Trademarks, Indonesia Destroys Fake Lacoste, Goods Worth Almost.
IIPLA reviews the trademarks implications of Trademarks, Indonesia Destroys Fake Lacoste, Goods Worth Almost, with practical notes for USA IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.
Governor Wes Moore announces exercise of right of first refusal to match Churchill Downs’ $85 million offer, securing Preakness and Black-Eyed Susan trademarks for Maryland’s hors…
The State of Maryland has declared its intent to exercise its right of first refusal to purchase the intellectual property rights to the Preakness Stakes and Black-Eyed Susan from Churchill Downs, Inc. This strategic acquisition, funded through tax-exempt bonds without using General Fund dollars, consolidates Maryland…
Practical trademarks context for IP teams tracking Trademarks, Spanish, Intellectual Property Observatory Trump.
IIPLA reviews the trademarks implications of Trademarks, Spanish, Intellectual Property Observatory Trump, with practical notes for USA IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.
Interim director Luciano De Castro halts publication plans pending clarity on copyright rights despite Board of Regents assurances
The University of Iowa’s Center for Intellectual Freedom has put its planned book project on hold due to unresolved copyright ownership concerns. Interim director Luciano De Castro expressed uncertainty over whether copyright would belong to the authors or the university, despite legal counsel and Board of Regents ass…
Practical copyright context for IP teams tracking Copyright, United States, Maxwell Pritt Named Among.
IIPLA reviews the copyright implications of Copyright, United States, Maxwell Pritt Named Among, with practical notes for USA IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.
Tokyo-based Avex Inc. reports highest post-pandemic sales, returns to profitability, and advances strategic investments in global music publishing, artist management, and intellec…
Avex Inc. announced robust financial results for fiscal year 2025, ending March 31, 2026, with net sales reaching approximately USD 971 million, an 11.3% increase year-over-year. The company returned to profitability with an operating profit of USD 27 million, driven by growth in live entertainment, anime sales, and c…
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Dubai-based Storyfied Ventures aims to transform brand storytelling into monetizable intellectual property across MENA’s evolving media landscape
Storyfied Ventures, a new Dubai-headquartered company, has launched as the Middle East’s first strategic brand-entertainment partner focused on creating and extending brand-owned intellectual property. Founded by producer and marketing executive Casper Shirazi, the firm will operate across multiple entertainment forma…