News of a breakaway firm launching in Germany and a spike in vaccine-related patent applications were also among the top talking points
Molly Kocialski, who has joined Holland & Hart after nearly a decade as a USPTO regional director, discusses career shifts, resilience, and overcoming casual sexism
General Court backs Christian Archambeau in some of his challenges against his departure, but dismisses others
Tarun Gandhi joins us for our ‘Five minutes with’ series to discuss the biggest misconception about IP, the importance of staying curious, and his biggest inspiration
News of Verizon settling its lawsuit with Headwater Research and a copyright setback for AI firm Perplexity at a New York court were also among the top talking points
New members of the Access Advance patent pool and Harvard University coming under fire were also among the top talking points
Developments included a court order related to InterDigital’s anti-anti-suit injunction against Disney, and clarification on recoverable costs
Heli Pihlajamaa, the EPO’s principal director for patent law and procedures, joins us to take stock of the unitary patent following its second anniversary
David Boundy explains why Pierson Ferdinand provides a platform that will allow him to use administrative law to address IP concerns
Managing IP considers some of the key themes from the 2025 Annual Meeting and offers some tips for London 2026
Rahul Bhartiya, AI coordinator at the EUIPO, discusses the office’s strategy, collaboration with other IP offices, and getting rid of routine tasks
The head of the soft IP team at engineering group Sandvik, winner of the in-house team of the year award, reveals why a flurry of M&A activity led to a busy 2024
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Sponsored by CCPIT Patent and Trademark Law OfficeAdministrative actions are an important tool for IP protection in China. Zhang Bin and Yang Yifan of CCPIT Patent and Trademark Law Office discuss how they can be used in practice and what advantages they offer -
Sponsored by DEQI Intellectual Property Law CorporationShengjie Piao of DEQI Intellectual Property explains why the patent prosecution highways programme is the most and active international cooperation programme in patent examination around the world
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Sponsored by Kangxin PartnersHaixia Li of Kangxin explains why applicants and patentees should understand the functionality of the compensation system for the patent protection term
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Sponsored by Vivien Chan & CoVivien Chan and Ann Xu of Vivien Chan & Co explain how brand owners can benefit from the changes introduced by the CNIPA including reducing bad faith filings
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Sponsored by Wanhuida Intellectual PropertyThe China Patent Office upheld the validity of the patent over the antihistamine desloratadine citrate disodium, as Yue Guan from Wanhuida Intellectual Property explains
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Sponsored by Patrinos & KilimirisYouli Angelou of Patrinos & Kilimiris explains why the consolidation of all branches of industrial property is a welcome move
Lawyers at Finnegan unpick the UK government’s SEP consultation, and offer tips for patent litigators
Michael Conway and Flora Hachemi of Haseltine Lake Kempner consider what brand owners and prospective trademark applicants need to know in the wake of the UKIPO’s SkyKick guidance
The decision disregards Perlmutter’s work at the US Copyright Office and comes at a time when strong leadership and expertise are crucial
Hugues Derème, director general of the Benelux IP Office, unveils his vision for the region, how to improve IP awareness, and use of AI
Interviews; Exclusives
Interviews; Exclusives
Yanfeng Xiong discusses 6am wake ups, honing his basketball skills, and how he prioritises tasks
Speaking to Managing IP, Kathi Vidal says she’s looking forward to helping clients shape policy when she returns to Winston & Strawn
In an exclusive interview, Michael Schwager discusses the office’s AI use as well as some of the thorny issues it faces, including patent protection for computer-implemented inventions
Each week Managing IP speaks to a different IP practitioner about their life and career
Each week Managing IP speaks to a different IP practitioner about their life and career
Each week Managing IP speaks to a different IP lawyer about their life and career
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Weekly take: Why under siege USPTO employees deserve better
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Weekly take: Why predictable SEP impasse provides time for reflection
The EU scrapping a controversial FRAND regulation gives the bloc a chance to properly engage with stakeholders to determine an appropriate way forward -
Weekly take: Why EPO should avoid bad optics of ‘special treatment’
The EPO’s reallocation of certain patent applications could have legitimate reasons, but a clearer message would help avoid scrutiny -
Weekly take: Quick fixes won’t solve India’s TM woes
The failed attempt by India’s IP office to process trademark applications faster shows the country needs more future-proof solutions -
Weekly take: UK election is coming, but don’t expect IP news
A new government will be formed in the UK next week, but IP is again being overlooked despite there being plenty of issues to address
In the second in a new podcast series celebrating the tenth anniversary of IP Inclusive, we discuss IPause, a network set up to support those experiencing (peri)menopause
In the first in a new podcast series celebrating the tenth anniversary of IP Inclusive, we look back at the network’s origins and discuss its mission
We preview Managing IP’s ‘IP Ones to Watch’ list, meet our newest recruit, and look back over the final law firm rankings release of the year
Managing IP will help mark IP Inclusive’s 10th anniversary by co-hosting a new podcast series covering diversity, equity, and inclusion within the IP profession
Heli Pihlajamaa, the EPO’s principal director for patent law and procedures, joins us to take stock of the unitary patent following its second anniversary
IP leaders at Brandsmiths and Bird & Bird, who were on opposing sides at the UK Supreme Court in Iconix v Dream Pairs, unpick the landmark case and its ramifications
We review the latest batch of IP STARS rankings, analyse a major law firm collaboration following the opening of India’s legal market, and look at why Canadian brands are promoting ‘Canadianness’
Etienne Sanz de Acedo discusses the association’s three-year plan, what he is looking forward to in San Diego, and why London came calling for 2026
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
UKIPO CEO Tim Moss speaks to Managing IP about moving past Brexit, and champions the relevance of IP in government policy
More collaboration with the USPTO and implementing the CASE Act are some of Shira Perlmutter’s priorities as register of copyrights
