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The thin line between fake and fine

AI-generated designs, lookalike products and social media counterfeits are reshaping the luxury landscape. Explore how high-end brands can defend their identity in a world of fast fakes.

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Structure and change: the UPC stretches forth as patent filings remain steady

Some top IP news stories from the last weeks: the European Patent Office (EPO) releases its annual coverage of filing demand as the Unified Patent Court (UPC) reaches across borders.

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Everyday IP: Breaking the law without knowing it

Sometimes, Intellectual Property (IP) rights can be infringed by ordinary actions, leading to extraordinary consequences for both the owners and the unintentional violators.

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世界知的財産の日: 「知財と音楽- Feel the beat of IP」 ロイヤリティとイノベーション

2025年の世界知的財産の日を記念して、パーソナルブランド、ストリーミング、デジタルコラボレーション、AIが音楽シーンに与える影響について考察してみました。

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From certificates to courts: litigating second medical use patents

Can further medical uses be eligible for extended protection, and how have Brexit and the UPC affected the situation?

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The continuing debate over second medical use patents

Pursuing exclusive rights in Europe for new medical applications of known therapeutics requires close consideration of legal precedent.

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Going soft on exclusivity: a patent paradox

Exploring an alternate 2025 where patents are made weaker by design to encourage sustainable innovation.

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What are the 10 top features of an IP Management System?

A centralized digital repository and interface for IP portfolio data is a vital tool for any organization, but not all software is made alike.

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Patents under pressure?

How accurate were past forecasts about IP in 2025? We revisit the EPO's 2007 study, exploring its boldest scenario where public funding and open access challenge the patent system.

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Everyday IP: The hidden IP in smart cities

Embark on a tour of the inventions and IP protections that turn everyday settings into high-tech destinations.

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The secret to IP success: AI-driven patent search and analysis

Discover how AI is reshaping patent searches, bringing speed, accuracy and fresh insights to help innovators turn ideas into real-world success.

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Altering IP: regulations, resolutions and revisions

Catch up with current developments in IP, including the EU Commission's move to shelve draft legislation on SEPs.