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11 February 2026 UK and European patent attorneys share their initial views after the UK Supreme Court delivered its landmark judgment today, which “brings some much‑needed clarity and consistency” to the patentability of AI-related innovations.
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10 February 2026
Latest Features
Patents
The US’s new guidance on AI inventorship appears to depart from traditional inventorship principles in a way that courts are unlikely to endorse, argues William Morriss of FBT Gibbons.
Patents
In force since 1995, the trade agreement’s blanket IP provisions are being challenged by emerging technologies and the different needs of individual countries, says Ana Neves of Inventa.
Patents
From public use and foreign sales to the challenges of proving infringement, plant patents present unique legal opportunities—and pitfalls—for the agricultural industry, explain Bree Vculek, Gaby Longsworth, and Robert Millonig of Sterne Kessler.
Trademarks
AI and automation have transformed brand abuse into a high threat, one that traditional siloed defences cannot contain. The only way to win is to build whole-of-business systems that make deception unprofitable, says Tony Kirsch, commercial director of the Brand Safety Alliance.
Patents
USPTO director John Squires granted the first inter partes reviews and post-grant reviews of his tenure in December 2025 after a period of issuing only denials. Ehsun Forghany of ArentFox Schiff explains their impact.
Patents
Traceability and transparency of training practices, and the value of bespoke tools, are among the key AI trends that will be shaped by legal and regulatory developments in 2026, write experts from Rouse.
Patents
Article 83 of the European Patent Convention is the 'quiet clause' that can invalidate a patent for insufficient disclosure. Susana Rodrigues of Inventa examines four EPO appeals to show how "enablement" fails and provides a practical checklist to ensure your patent teaches the 'how,' not just the 'what.'
Copyright
The streaming giant’s deal with one of the biggest entertainment titles inherently includes a vast body of IP. Malcolm Meeks of Finnegan explains what’s on the table.
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Future of IP
Speakers from Corsearch, Rivian, and Astera Labs discuss strategies for building a cost-effective IP enforcement practice.
AI
Speakers from Atlas Copco, Eppendorf Group, the European Patent Office, AWA, and Medmix Group discuss how legal teams can develop effective internal AI policies and governance frameworks.
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.
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Trademarks
6 February 2026 Practitioners celebrate after the EU's top court clarifies position in cases involving ‘earlier rights’ that are decided after the UK left the bloc.
Patents
6 February 2026 The automotive giant has levelled four lawsuits against a clutch of 21 defendants in the US, claiming infringement of up to 20 of its patents covering parts such as bonnets, wings and headlights used mainly in Chevrolet models.
Trademarks
5 February 2026 The UK Court of Appeal mulls whether the running shoe brand unlawfully restricted online discounting, ahead of a decision that could transform how brands control resale, pricing and online channels.
Careers
5 February 2026 The new hire, who has clients in pharma and medical devices and diagnostics, will lead the Dublin office's IP & Technology practice.
Careers
4 February 2026 The trial group, which brings “exceptional litigation talent”, joins larger firm in Texas and Washington, DC, coinciding with the announcement of the Winston Taylor merger.
Careers
4 February 2026 Former Unilever in-house counsel played a pivotal role in private equity acquisition of tea business, safeguarding and valuing a portfolio of FMCG brands.
Patents
3 February 2026 A careful dissection of claim construction was among the critical trial tactics employed by Shakespeare Martineau for its client Triton, in a dispute involving instant hot water functionality in electric showers.
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