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12 October 2026 As he prepares to step down after three decades guarding the iconic hues of Cadbury and Milka, Mark Hodgin reflects on colour marks, balancing marketing evolution with legal protection, and the future of non-traditional trademarks.
12 October 2026
12 October 2026
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Copyright
8 October 2026 A Dutch ruling against Lidl in favour of Birkenstock highlights the jurisdictional risks brand owners face when functional products blur the line between design and copyright protection. The trick is to “start at the drawing board, not in the witness box”, finds Muireann Bolger.
Careers
8 October 2026 The hires combine expertise in AI and machine learning disputes, cybersecurity, digital transformation and regulatory compliance, strengthening the firm’s ability to advise clients on fast-evolving technology risks.
Trademarks
7 October 2026 Italy’s prime minister is turning to IP to curb the misuse of her identity, but experts warn that a trademark may offer only a narrow line of defence against increasingly sophisticated AI-generated content.
Patents
7 October 2026 The US semiconductor rivals have agreed to end all legal actions, including recent complaints at the ITC, with a deal that will allow Micron to license Netlist’s technology.
Trademarks
6 October 2026 Luxury estate-management company The Sovereign Kingdom told a New York court that the global rental platform was trying to reserve generic lodging terminology for its exclusive use.
Careers
6 October 2026 The new partner advises technology and life sciences companies in Section 337 investigations and related patent disputes, drawing on extensive private practice and government experience.
Careers
6 October 2026 Based in Munich, Germany, the new principal—who brings SEP licensing and trade secret expertise—will help grow the firm’s cross-border capabilities across Europe.
Latest Features
Patents
A medicine reaching the end of its primary patent term does not necessarily mean the market is open to generics. The complex patent landscape surrounding semaglutide shows how secondary patents covering indications, formulations and manufacturing processes can extend competitive barriers—and why careful freedom-to-operate analysis is critical before launch, says Ana Neves of Inventa.
Jurisdiction reports
Eight years on, India’s first standard-essential patent decree has redefined the country’s evidentiary bar for enforcement, explains Pankaj Soni of Remfry & Sagar.
Patents
Navigating the AI patent landscape requires moving beyond § 101 eligibility to master the complex interplay with § 112(a) enablement, says Bradford Fritz of BSKB.
Trademarks
A Swedish court has clarified when warning letters may constitute marketing, confirming that the key question is whether they serve a sales-promoting purpose, explains Maria Zamkova of Fenix Legal.
Patents
By adapting applications, using fast-track routes and managing claims, applicants can strengthen protection for inventions in Brazil, say Otto Licks, Pablo Barbosa and Rafael Tögel of Licks Attorneys.
Trademarks
Global stakeholders face a fundamentally altered risk profile in the country—but engaging is vital to protect rights, says Riikka Palmos of Papula-Nevinpat.
Jurisdiction reports
Understanding the commercial objectives of the companies driving the filing volumes will be key to accessing significant future opportunities, says Chris Li of the Beijing International Intellectual Property Convention (IIPC).
Patents
Effective understanding and analysis of IP information can support strategic decisions on investment, budgeting and growth, explains Shinya Kinuta, managing director of Dennemeyer Japan.
Latest Events Videos
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Cross-border intellectual property procurement is shifting toward centralised digital platforms, and Revidence demonstrates how integrated proposal comparisons, dedicated case chats, and performance-based fee structures are streamlining workflows for IP lawyers and global legal teams.
AI
The rise of agentic AI is creating new opportunities for IP owners, alongside complex questions around risk, liability and regulatory compliance. This session considers how emerging developments may reshape IP protection frameworks across key jurisdictions.
Patents
As generative AI becomes more integrated into patent drafting, questions are emerging around its long-term impact on quality, validity and enforceability. This closing debate weighs up the risks and opportunities, and considers how organisations can adopt AI responsibly in patent practice.
Patents
Global filing strategies are becoming harder to maintain as jurisdictions, costs and commercial priorities continue to shift. This session contrasts traditional approaches with more dynamic models being used to manage international portfolios more efficiently.
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