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10 December 2025 The leaders behind a surprise bid to ‘rebuild the public square’, tell WIPR that Elon Musk left behind half the brand’s value when he killed off the bluebird.
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Patents
A unique case in which the Supreme People’s Court heard an infringement complaint involving a questionable patent has led to a more flexible approach to enforcement timeframes, says Xiao Jin of CCPIT Patent and Trademark Law Office.
Patents
Africa’s vibrant market growth is attracting global investment and dispute resolution mechanisms—from specialised national tribunals to international arbitration and regional bodies—are strengthening enforcement, reducing risk, and bolstering investor confidence across the continent, says Sofia Araujo of Inventa.
Trademarks
With demand for goods rising in Nigeria, trademark infringement is on the up. Izuchukwu Chinedo of Inventa explores how policy reforms can better protect both brand owners and consumers.
Trademarks
The entertainment company’s challenge to Judge Selna’s order for another jury trial zeroes in on punitive damages and raises two pivotal questions, say Mark Sommers and Patrick Rodgers of Finnegan.
Patents
Recent PTAB rulings on ‘settled expectations’ have left legal practitioners guessing. Andrew Zappia of Troutman Pepper Locke breaks down the conflicting case law and outlines what clients must do to survive this shift in discretionary denial practice.
Patents
The new patent-focused platform from Toppan Digital IP offers AI-driven translation and portfolio analytics. SVP Neil Simpkin explains how it’s helping the C-suite to manage portfolios.
Future of IP
IP and brand professionals need to consider the potential benefits presented by next year’s window for new TLDs, says Phil Lodico, head of GoDaddy Corporate Domains.
Trademarks
The court’s rejection of the sportswear company’s appeal underlines the importance of clarity in appeals, write John Linneker and Robyn Trigg of Osborne Clarke.
Latest Conference Videos
AI
Speakers from Haley Guiliano, AstraZeneca, BAT, and Novartis examine the practical steps legal and IP teams can take to adopt AI responsibly, address scepticism, and build trust.
Trademarks
Kate Nye, Gap, shares strategies to maximise the value of a trademark portfolio and align it with business goals.
Patents
Generative AI is redefining patent drafting and prosecution, and Chris Parsonson of Solve Intelligence demonstrates how these tools are streamlining workflows and delivering measurable results.
Copyright
Owen Wolfe of Seyfarth explores how generative AI is reshaping copyright and authorship rules, offering practical guidance for IP professionals navigating this emerging creative landscape.
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Trademarks
4 December 2025 Waterproof robe brand prevails at a UK court, setting a strategic blueprint for descriptive brands to protect their trademarks from genericide and imitators.
Copyright
4 December 2025 Court applies standard originality test to functional objects, but sparks debate with new ‘recognisability’ test for infringement.
Patents
4 December 2025 A Finnish wearable fitness gadget company has lost its bid to overturn the invalidation of a key patent, with the US Federal Circuit affirming it is abstract under Alice.
Patents
3 December 2025 A cornerstone of the US economic plan just got new IP protection, so what does it mean for the ‘inventor’ and what should companies leveraging AI do next?
Copyright
3 December 2025 With billions of dollars at stake and repercussions across the global digital ecosystem, the ruling could influence the future scope of ISP responsibilities and liability worldwide.
Careers
3 December 2025 Firm adds ex-DLA Piper litigator, who brings “deep technical experience” and “a proven track record” in complex patent and trade secrets cases.
Trademarks
2 December 2025 UK domain management firm Com Laude’s massive purchase of US rival Markmonitor signals a new era where the domain name is a critical operational asset. CEO Ben Crawford explains how he plans to be a bridge between corporate teams.
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