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Considering the nature of this event, questions from participants mainly focused on fintech, deep technologies, digitalisation, e-health, industry, cyber security or climate change. To them, IP protection is a must.
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Zara willing to enter into the food industry? Could be, but the EUTM will only be granted for fresh fruit and vegetables.
Christmas is coming and the toys industry increases its production… but be careful with the imitations.
This new call for applicants will surely cover the recent needs arising from the increasing requests for IP protection in the country, and benefit the timely approval process of this growing system.
If you are looking to commercialise your technology in foreign markets, it is fundamental to monitor your competitor´s work and obtain a full picture of your freedom to operate.
Being visited by thousands of tourists each year, Indian rail company registers iconic train's signs as intellectual property.
The heads of the European Patent Office (EPO), Japan Patent Office (JPO) and United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), known as the Trilateral offices, held their 39th annual meeting at the beginning of December 2021.
The European Commission has adopted new rules on Open Source Software that will enable its software solutions to be publicly accessible whenever there are potential benefits for citizens, companies or other public services.
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Would you like to know more about how can you benefit in Brazil from this new scenario?
The Indian Government recently published the Amendment of rules for Patent registration in India, do not miss the latest changes!
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Dr. Martens' lawsuit against Inditex and the “Prošek” wine application
Have your say in the co-creation of the code of practice for the smart use of IP launched via the EU Knowledge Valorisation Platform.
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Some GI-related ideas for your Xmas meals
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Would you like to make a search for EU GIs in the region of Latin America?
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Increasing numbers of companies are operating in international environments. When expanding into fresh markets, it’s essential to consider protecting your assets, especially your intellectual property (IP) rights (such as patents, trade marks, designs, copyrights, etc.).
Interested in what the future holds for IPR? Check out the latest EUIPO paper discussing the economic impact of the COVID-19 crisis and future trends in IPR-intensive industries.
The EPO has extended its pilot project for conducting oral proceedings in opposition by videoconference until 31 May 2022.
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A new frontier for NFTs and latest General Court decision
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What are the advantages that EU SMEs have when filing a patent application in the Argentine System?
What are the difficulties faced by EU SMEs when applying for a patent?
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Would you like to read on the latest update about the harmonisation of both databases' goods and services?
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News regarding Moderna’s vaccine ownership and Pfizer's deal with the MPP to license the Covid-19 oral pill.