Influence of unitary effect on European Patent maintenance fees
Explore whether the unitary effect fee regime for European Patents still holds its cost advantages in light of the expansion of the Unified Patent Court and other economic shifts.
Everyday IP: Decking the halls with IP rights
Discover a sleigh-load of IP protections behind some of the Christmas season's favorite decorations.
Copyrighted songs in political campaigns
How do the copyright systems in Germany and the United States help musicians protect their songs against political appropriation?
Simplifying the IP journey: practical solutions for businesses of all sizes
IP management can be a challenge for SMEs and startups. Learn how three synergistic solutions can help overcome key challenges and capture IP value.
Changing lanes: 10 things every new IP counsel should do
Explore 10 tips designed to help every new IP counsel create both personal and organizational success.
Everyday IP: Infringement cases that shook the silver screen
IP infringement disputes abound in the film industry but some are more dramatic than others. Explore the unusual IP cases spawned from prominent movies.
Trademark exhaustion and resale markets
Are there circumstances where trademark owners can object to how their goods are resold? Find out more.
Mastering the art of patent filing: key aspects of patenting inventions abroad
Learn how nine simple steps can help you overcome the challenges and rein in the costs of international patent filing.
The battle for Iceland and other cool IP news
A country and a supermarket continue their tussle over a trademark. Meanwhile, a study reveals the extent of academic patents in Europe and a publishing house tackles AI.
The changing role of trademark counsel
Developments in branding and new regulations are placing a multitude of demands on in-house lawyers.
A likelihood of confusion: similar facts, different trademark decisions
Slight variations in evidence can lead to vastly different outcomes in disputes — and prior decisions cannot be relied on as indicators of success.
Into the final frontier: IP trends in space exploration
IP trends and patent protection have a crucial but often overlooked role in the exploration of space.