Ericsson joining Avanci Video as a licensor and the EUIPO's plans for AI use were also among the top talking points this week
The 2025 EMEA ceremony, held at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London, also recognised in-house practitioners and rising stars
Leaders at Malaysian law firm Skrine explain why cost remains a major pain point for Malaysian businesses and how client service can help a firm stand out
The tie-up will add around 10 US-based partners to Herbert Smith Freehills’ IP offering
OpenAI's latest arguments at the Delhi High Court and a victory for Under Armour were also among the top talking points this week
IP Inclusive’s 10-year celebration provides reasons to be positive in the face of troubling attacks against DEI initiatives
A copyright win for AI firm Anthropic and a new executive order against law firm Jenner & Block were also among the top talking points this week
Penelope Aspinall, of IP wellbeing charity Jonathan’s Voice, explains why managers should take a three-tiered approach to looking after workers’ mental health
A diversity pledge for in-house IP lawyers and well-known trademark recognition for Taj were also among the top talking points this week
More important FRAND decisions by the UK courts and a changing of the guard for Siemens’ IP team were among the top talking points this week
A CJEU copyright decision on employees' rights and an update on an IP feud concerning foreign rights over 'Superman' were also among the top talking points
The winners of the awards will be revealed at a gala dinner in New York City
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Sponsored by OLIVARESMoisés Castorena Katz of Olivares reports on a non-binding resolution that draws on the Mexican Supreme Court’s ruling that web pages can be blocked if they violate third-party copyright to a sufficient degree -
Sponsored by Saint Island International Patent & Law OfficesSteven Liao of Saint Island International Patent & Law Offices explains why a plaintiff that turns to the IPC Court to protect product appearance may face an uphill battle
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Sponsored by Hechanova GroupEditha Hechanova of Hechanova Group analyses recent Philippine case law that has significant implications for businesses that wish to play radio music on their premises
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Sponsored by Tilleke & GibbinsLinh Thi Mai Nguyen and Son Thai Hoang of Tilleke & Gibbins examine intriguing recent Vietnamese copyright case law and consider the definition of a ‘bona fide third party’ in relation to civil transactions
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Sponsored by Gün and PartnersGüldeniz Doğan Alkan and Ayşenur Çıtak Bozdağ of Gün + Partners explain the significance of a decision regarding a popular Star Trek hand gesture in response to an opposition filed by CBS
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Sponsored by Remfry & SagarAn increasing number of AI-based patent applications and an efficiency drive at the Indian IP office are among the trends identified by Bisman Kaur of Remfry & Sagar in India’s dynamic IP space
Data from Managing IP+’s Talent Tracker shows the possible effects of merger uncertainty and the buoyancy of the US legal market
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
Kirkland partners explain how they came to advise Thomson Reuters in its successful copyright suit against ROSS Intelligence
Judd Lauter, who helped his client get a copyright registration for a creative work comprising of AI-generated parts, explains how his team obtained the registration
A Boies Schiller Flexner partner explains how he helped toy company Tangle prevail in a copyright case concerning a kinetic sculpture
Simona Lavagnini discusses the Greek classics, Rudyard Kipling's 'If', and how she dreams of beautiful words
Kelly McManus discusses how IP management companies have evolved over the years and reveals her biggest inspiration
Carmen Castellano discusses her passion for photography, fitting piano recitals around work, and having three cups of coffee before 9am
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Weekly take: Why deepfakes pose a threat to women’s IP rights
Ahead of International Women’s Day, Véronique Dahan argues why a coordinated approach must be implemented to protect women from malicious use of AI -
Weekly take: A&O’s IP reorg moves up a gear with Stone departure
David Stone, a highly influential figure at legacy firm Allen & Overy, has joined White & Case in what is a major move early in 2025 -
Weekly take: How to play your part in the mental health conversation
Barbara Lawton, a counsellor and mental health trainer at wellbeing charity Jonathan’s Voice, outlines tips for engaging with vulnerable people -
Weekly take: why OpenAI’s feud with DeepSeek should excite IP enthusiasts
OpenAI’s claims that China’s DeepSeek violated its proprietary technology should prompt the US company to rethink its past actions -
Weekly take: Why IP ‘deals’ specialists are the hottest ticket in town
At least four firms have made investments in transactional IP lawyers to help push deals in the life sciences and other tech sectors over the line
Hugues Derème, director general of the Benelux IP Office, unveils his vision for the region, how to improve IP awareness, and use of AI
We look ahead to next month’s EMEA Awards, discussing the recently published shortlists, our research methodology and what makes the Awards special
We discuss how law firms are using AI, whether remote working has resulted in cost-savings, and what corporate counsel want from their advisers when it comes to DEI
One of Managing IP’s most influential people in IP for 2024, Hurtado Rivas discusses mental health in the profession, the changing role of a trademark lawyer, and what keeps a Nestlé IP counsel busy
We discuss Managing IP’s 50 most influential people in IP list and look back on the biggest talking points in the last month
We discuss Kathi Vidal’s departure from the USPTO, how IP business Qantm is using its private equity investment, and the latest AI trends spotted by law firms
In the latest episode, we discuss why IP firms might be attractive to PE investors and bring you the latest news on submissions for next year’s IP STARS rankings
In the latest episode, we discuss our latest list of in-house rising stars and analyse developments from AI work for law firms to legal market news in Canada
In the latest episode, we discuss the newest rankings published by IP STARS and analyse developments from AI guidelines to the purchase of a law firm
In the latest episode, Managing IP is joined by WIPO director general Daren Tang to discuss traditional knowledge, artificial intelligence, and bringing IP to the ‘man on the street’
Managing IP+ has launched the Talent Tracker, an interactive database that collates reported partner moves across the intellectual property legal market
Managing IP reveals its pick of the top people driving intellectual property law, policy and business this year
Our list includes 21 industry leaders, 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 judges, the details of whom you can find below along with the full list of names that make up the top 50
Three firms have received at least 13 nominations, while a further three have 12 nominations each
Managing IP will host a ceremony in London on April 10 to reveal the winners of the EMEA Awards 2025
Practitioners and law firms should keep their eyes peeled as the shortlist for our annual Awards is set to be released
With the submission deadline fast approaching, we provide some top tips on how to make your firm stand out