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10 November 2026 The TikTok owner fends off DiStefano’s claims, citing a separate LinkedIn dispute, as a California judge dismisses the case and finds the patents invalid according to the Alice two-step eligibility test.
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6 November 2026 Dual leadership of the firm’s worldwide intellectual property practice is split between senior partners in Poland and the US.
Careers
6 November 2026 Coinciding with the law firm’s 30th anniversary, the co-founder joins the American Intellectual Property Law Association after long-standing involvement with the member body.
Trademarks
5 November 2026 The Manchester City player’s dispute with a Norwegian airline over the unauthorised use of his famous ponytail highlights the risks brands face when capitalising on celebrities in quickfire social media campaigns.
Patents
4 November 2026 Proposed reforms aim to simplify registration, tackle bad-faith filings and strengthen design rights for the country’s multi-billion pound design industry.
AI
4 November 2026 In a “potentially transformative” opinion for generative AI developers, Europe’s highest court advises that training LLMs on copyrighted works may be permissible under EU law, but reproducing protected content in chatbot responses could risk copyright infringement.
Patents
3 November 2026 From November 1, oral proceedings before a Board of Appeal can be audio-recorded and transcribed using artificial intelligence, but any material generated will be kept internal and will not form part of the file or be made available.
Careers
3 November 2026 Joining in Wisconsin, the senior counsel brings “sophisticated” trademark experience and leadership, and a “practical understanding” of clients’ brand-protection challenges.
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Patents
Uncertainty over whether a patent can be challenged through inter partes review at the USPTO has only increased since the discretionary denial policy was introduced, so how should companies plan? Mauricio Uribe and Maria Anderson of Davis Wright Tremaine explain.
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.
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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.
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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.