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10 August 2026 McDonald’s relied on decades of reputation to take on an Irish fast-food chain rival, but a UK court has decided just how far its famous marks could reach.
7 August 2026
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Careers
6 August 2026 After almost a decade in the Finnish tech firm’s policy and advocacy group, Adrian Howes has become senior director, litigation, with immediate priorities to include FRAND cases in the UK.
Patents
5 August 2026 Takanori Abe of Abe & Partners walks through Japan’s SEP litigation and SEP Judicial Mediation guidelines in chronological order—from the petition to the judgment, and beyond.
Careers
5 August 2026 With more than 25 years’ experience, the ex-EIP partner specialises in technology and life sciences, particularly SEPs and FRAND in the UK and Europe.
AI
5 August 2026 The actions of the company’s board and other leaders had left Nvidia subject to “potential massive liability”, according to a lawsuit filed in Illinois.
Community & Inclusion
4 August 2026 From advising pioneering startups to championing women in the profession, Fran Salisbury of Mewburn Ellis has spent her career making innovation count. Here, she reflects on the challenges, opportunities and motivations that continue to drive her.
In-House
4 August 2026 A transatlantic firm with intellectual property at its heart—what’s not to like? The firm’s 30-year veteran tells WIPR why leading a recruitment drive is a “big responsibility” as the combined firm looks to out-scale the opposition.
In-House
3 August 2026 A first-of-its-kind ITC decision highlights the importance for in-house counsel to ensure that the forum of choice for potential disputes is included and agreed in contracts. BMW’s lead counsel at Finnegan tells Sarah Speight why.
Latest Features
Jurisdiction reports
With China’s amended Trademark Law set to take effect on January 1, 2027, significant shifts are on the horizon for brand protection and enforcement, explains Jun LI of the CCPIT Patent and Trademark Law Office.
Patents
Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia and the Philippines—which collectively form a key production and consumption hub—are competing with one another for high-value foreign direct investment. Kin Wah Chow of Rouse firm Suryomurcito & Co explains how.
Patents
Missing an EPO deadline doesn't always mean the end of the road. Susana Rodrigues of Inventa explores when re-establishment of rights is available, and what recent appeal decisions reveal about the office’s approach.
Copyright
A UK decision in favour of the owner of the Peppa Pig brand has significant implications for the cross-border enforcement of IP rights, says Louise Popple of Winston Taylor.
Patents
Twin executive orders send a signal to the quantum computing market, with the supply chain emerging as a critical focus, say Erik Huestis and Alexander Akhiezer of Foley Hoag.
Jurisdiction reports
Significant administrative backlogs at Angola’s Industrial Property Office have delayed trademark registrations, creating a challenge for brand owners to demonstrate ownership. Miguel Bibe of Inventa explores how to prove and enforce rights amid delays.
Jurisdiction reports
Weight loss drugs promise a diabetes breakthrough in Africa, but patent barriers stall access. What does COVID-19 tell us about how to solve the continent’s silent crisis? Sofia Araújo of Inventa explores.
Trademarks
FIFA's corruption trials got all the press, but there's a quieter legal fight that never stops: protecting its brand. Craig Savitzky of Pirical collates data on some of the firms doing FIFA's intellectual property work.
Latest Events Videos
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.
Future of IP
What does it take for IP teams to be heard at executive level? This session focuses on practical ways to translate legal and technical work into business value that resonates with senior leadership, particularly in high-pressure environments where ROI must be clearly demonstrated.
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