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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.
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?
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.
Going soft on exclusivity: a patent paradox
Exploring an alternate 2025 where patents are made weaker by design to encourage sustainable innovation.
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.
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.
Editor's pick
Generative AI and the question of authorship
For the second chapter of this blog miniseries, we examine an issue that has already made considerable waves in the IP world — AI's potential (or lack thereof) for authorship.
When bad packaging is a brand killer
Unremarkable or unappealing packaging hurts your branding and fails to maximize your IP's value. Learn about this potential pitfall and how to avoid it.
® vs. ™: Which trademark symbol should I use and when?
Using the correct trademark symbol at the right time is crucial to protecting your brand identity.
Assessing IP sustainability with the Green Patent Indicator
The Green Patent Indicator is designed to help your organization comply with reporting obligations while directing IP strategy toward greater sustainability and long-term growth.
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Patents
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?
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.
Going soft on exclusivity: a patent paradox
Exploring an alternate 2025 where patents are made weaker by design to encourage sustainable innovation.
Trademarks
Trademarks and global rebranding
Refreshing a corporate image is a high-stakes game; playing it right requires careful consideration of trademarks and other IP rights.
Trademark exhaustion and resale markets
Are there circumstances where trademark owners can object to how their goods are resold? Find out more.
The changing role of trademark counsel
Developments in branding and new regulations are placing a multitude of demands on in-house lawyers.
Industry News
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.
Legal fiction: the rise of fake representatives and other IP news
Examining Intellectual Property (IP) stories from recent months allows us to gauge what 2025 might have in store.
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.
