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2 November 2026 Tests on seized counterfeit cosmetics reveal harmful substances, as purchases of fake beauty products soar among young UK adults.
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Trademarks
28 October 2026 Recorded detentions surged by 67% year on year, with Italy dominating operations in the EU internal market and Romania leading at the bloc’s external borders.
Careers
28 October 2026 Former Crowell & Moring co-chair brings extensive expertise in regulatory compliance, consumer protection, and advertising disputes to the firm's growing New York office.
Careers
28 October 2026 The US firm has added a top litigator with expertise in AI, technology disputes and complex cross-border litigation, who also made history as the youngest person appointed deputy master of the High Court’s Business and Property Division.
Copyright
27 October 2026 Neil Young is seeking $10 million after accusing Trump’s campaign committee of playing his iconic protest anthem without permission, saying the song stands for the “opposite of everything” the president represents.
AI
26 October 2026 Authentic Brands Group, as well as music companies and individuals, claimed the AI company used 274 Elvis tracks without a licence to train its chatbot Claude, in a new copyright lawsuit focused on the legacy of the “King of Rock and Roll”.
In-House
26 October 2026 Umicore’s Sean Alexander has seen the profession change considerably over three decades, but some of its biggest changes may still lie ahead. He tells WIPR why AI is prompting difficult decisions, what he is no longer willing to pay external counsel for and why Europe is the place to watch.
Careers
26 October 2026 After introducing Microsoft Copilot and specialist legal AI platforms Solve Intelligence and Legora, the firm says the chief technology officer’s priorities will include expanding the use of AI in patent and legal work.
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Trademarks
When a Brazilian company launched its popular lip balm 'Carmed' in Portugal, it arrived under the new name 'Flavy' following a successful trademark opposition by the owner of revival brand 'Carmex'. Paula Vener of Inventa examines the decision and the vital lessons it holds.
Future of IP
Consolidation among IP firms has so far been a European story. Luke Minford, CEO of the Rouse Group, explains why China will overtake it within five years, and why culture will decide which deals last.
Trademarks
The line between protecting a distinctive brand and claiming ownership over a traditional product can be thinner than a single letter. The case involving Tunisian fouta towels raises questions about cultural heritage, geographical indications and whether trademark examiners are doing enough to recognise the origins and meaning of words beyond their own borders, says Isabella Becaro Pinho.
Trademarks
A Delhi High Court dispute over comparative advertising has exposed a deeper fault line in Indian IP litigation: where should rights holders be able to sue when business and advertising increasingly happen online? Aarti Aggarwal of Remfry & Sagar unpacks a case that puts conflicting jurisdictional rules under scrutiny.
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.
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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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