We provide a rundown of Managing IP’s news and analysis coverage from the week, and review what’s been happening elsewhere in IP
We provide a rundown of Managing IP’s news and analysis coverage from the week, and review what’s been happening elsewhere in IP
The Federal Court of Canada has created an IP and competition chamber with 24 judges assigned to hear cases, which is expected to boost transparency
SConnect, which is locked in an IP war with eOne, also admitted that a third-party contractor did use audio files from Peppa Pig episodes on rival ‘Wolfoo’ videos
French ministers have written to EU member states to garner support for Etienne Sanz de Acedo’s bid to succeed Christian Archambeau
Boards of Appeal president João Negrão confirmed he has applied for the executive director job, with Etienne Sanz de Acedo also a rumoured candidate
George Freeman claimed he had left office when now-binned AI proposals were first made, despite his resignation actually coming more than a week later
Members of the House of Lords are debating controversial plans to repeal or replace all EU legislation, including swathes of IP laws, by the end of 2023
IP minister George Freeman said on Wednesday that plans for a broad text and data mining exception would not go ahead and that further consultation was needed
The case is one of the first copyright disputes over AI-powered image generators and the data used to train them
Government rejects speculation that the deadline for repealing EU law will be extended, but counsel say more time is crucial
In a letter addressed to two US senators, the copyright office said applicants must identify and disclaim any AI-led element in their applications
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Sponsored by Remfry & SagarV Mohini and Sonal Goel of Remfry & Sagar say that the Indian courts are sending an increasingly clear message regarding the awarding of damages for the victims of IP crimes -
Sponsored by MaiwaldA shift is required in the finance and banking sectors’ approach to the use of intangible capital assets as collateral, says Marco Stief of Maiwald
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Sponsored by Tilleke & GibbinsLinh Thi Mai Nguyen and Chi Lan Dang of Tilleke & Gibbins summarise the main changes proposed under a draft decree on copyright and related rights in Vietnam
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Sponsored by Adams & AdamsGodfrey Budeli of Adams & Adams explains the key points to consider as Kenya’s Anti-Counterfeit Authority imposes more stringent measures, in the second of a three-part podcast series
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Sponsored by Tilleke & GibbinsLoc Xuan Le and Duc Anh Tran of T&G Law Firm explain the issues that arise in relation to the assessment process in copyright disputes
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Sponsored by AJ ParkKieran O’Connell and Florence Lundon-Moore of AJ Park report that the introduction of an Artist Resale Royalty Scheme in New Zealand has been well received and is expected to enhance the country’s creative profile
The CCB has dismissed 68.6% of its now-closed cases for non-compliance and another 9% for lack of proof or waiver of service
Interviews; Exclusives
Interviews; Exclusives
The EUIPO’s deputy executive director and candidate for the top job tells Managing IP about his vision for the office and why he’s not scared of change
Audrey Lee, general counsel at Starz Entertainment, tells Managing IP about her company’s Ninth Circuit copyright victory and what keeps her up at night
Jim Sullivan, son of the late creator of British sitcom ‘Only Fools and Horses’, looks back on a groundbreaking copyright case for him, his family – and Del Boy
Edwin Tong, Singapore’s second minister of law, is working towards making the country a hub for IP valuation, financing, and dispute resolution
Brad Newberg, one of three copyright claims officers at the US’s new small-claims board, reveals what will go into making rulings
The Kirkland partner tells Managing IP about her favourite copyright subject matters, remote work and her firm’s cafeteria
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Weekly take: Why there’s hope for AI users after Midjourney ruling
The US Copyright Office's decision could have limited application because it was based on how the AI system Midjourney operates -
Weekly take: Law firms must act now to fix toxic cultures
Numerous studies show that lawyers are increasingly stressed at work and looking for a way out, but law firms are still in denial -
Weekly take: IP law review will cause unnecessary headache
The UKIPO’s list of EU-derived IP law up for consideration signifies the start of a frantic period – but it could have been so much easier -
Weekly take: Let courts, not ministers, decide IP disputes
A request for government ministers to get involved in IP takedown policies could set a worrying precedent, so let’s leave politicians out of it -
We a need a serious IP minister – but fat chance of that
It’s time for a new IP minister, which means it's time to learn about an MP we’ve never heard of before
In the first of a new monthly podcast, the Managing IP editorial team unpacks the race for the top job at the EUIPO, the key UPC trends to watch, and the biggest stories in Asian IP
Phyllis Turner-Brim talks about her career, the need for balance in intellectual property policy and her passion for diversity and inclusion
Derek Gilliland, who became a magistrate judge at the Western District of Texas this month, delves into his work, thoughts on Alan Albright and ambitions
Kirupa Pushparaj talks about his move to a fintech start-up focused on young-person financial independence, career progression and start-up IP needs
Sources from the High Tech Inventors Alliance, the Senate Judiciary IP Subcommittee and NPE Dominion Harbor weigh in on the rise of the Western District of Texas
Heath Hoglund, chief patent counsel at Dolby in San Francisco, sits down with Managing IP to talk about licensing, FRAND and more
David Simon, senior vice president of IP at Salesforce, shares his views on Section 101, Fintiv, the DMCA, and more
The intellectual property CEO of one of the world's largest telecoms companies talks about licensing, harvesting collaboration and global outreach
In Managing IP’s first corner office podcast, Bryan Zielinski talks about his company’s IP challenges and opportunities, AI, and more
The Federal Circuit’s latest decision that Teva induced infringement has stakeholders worried that US skinny label law has been thrown out the window
Managing IP reveals its pick of the top people driving intellectual property law, policy and business this year
Our list includes nine judges, the details of whom you can find below along with the full list of names that make up the top 50
Our list includes nine public officials, the details of whom you can find below along with the full list of names that make up the top 50
Our list includes five notable individuals, the details of whom you can find below along with the full list of names that make up the top 50
The winners of the awards will be revealed at a gala dinner in New York City on April 27
The winners of the Managing IP Asia-Pacific Awards 2023 will be announced in Singapore on the week of May 15
The 2022 edition of Managing IP’s Rising Stars publication is now available online
We have published this year’s Corporate IP Stars list, an annual rankings publication which recognises senior in-house practitioners