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Patric David discusses the diverse nature of IP law, five key characteristics behind a successful IP lawyer, and his love for tech
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Sponsored by Spoor & FisherJen Colantoni of Spoor & Fisher summarises Libya’s new $2,000 annual trademark renewal fee for foreign applicants and alerts brand owners to several strategic considerations -
Sponsored by Spoor & FisherNew patent and utility model procedures and updated fees form part of a legislative update to the Bangui Agreement that became effective in the new year, explains Craig Kahn of Spoor & Fisher Jersey
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Sponsored by Spoor & FisherMatthew Costard of Spoor & Fisher Jersey considers application of the Madrid Protocol across Africa as Ethiopia’s intellectual property practice looks set to move closer to global standards
The results of a UK government consultation on the exhaustion of IP rights and an annual review published by the EPO’s Boards of Appeal were also among the top talking points this week
India has formally liberalised its legal market, allowing foreign firms to open offices in the country and provide advisory services
Rachelle Downie, who joined K&L Gates’s Melbourne office in January, discusses how working at a global firm with a strong life sciences focus is helping her win more business
The UK-India trade deal doesn’t mention legal services, showing India has again failed to agree on a move that could help foreign firms and local practitioners
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Sponsored by Wanhuida Intellectual PropertyHonghui Hu of Wanhuida Intellectual Property examines how the Supreme People’s Court has clarified the patent scope of drug combination inventions in a patent linkage dispute, offering rare guidance on claim interpretation of pharmaceutical combinations
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Sponsored by Remfry & SagarShrabani Rout of Remfry & Sagar explores how Indian courts are navigating online defamation, including hyperlink republication and platform liability, as the ANI v Wikipedia case awaits a Supreme Court ruling
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Sponsored by Anand and AnandIndia has taken a significant step towards simplifying its corporate consolidation framework with the codification of fast-track mergers under the Companies Act, 2013. Governed by Section 233 and read with Rules 25 and 25A of the Companies (Compromises, Arrangements and Amalgamations) Rules, 2016 (as amended), this mechanism enables a select category of companies to bypass the otherwise lengthy and complex National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) process. In parallel, Section 234 of the Companies Act, 2013 facilitates cross-border mergers involving Indian and foreign companies, subject to regulatory approvals—most notably from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). With recent regulatory reforms, India is positioning itself as a favourable jurisdiction for inbound mergers, including the increasingly relevant concept of reverse flipping—the relocation of company domiciles from foreign countries back to India.
The launch of a new IP insurance product and INTA hiring a former USPTO commissioner were also among the top talking points this week
Developments of note included the court partially allowing a claim concerning confidentiality clubs and a decision involving technology used in football matches
Rahul Bhartiya, AI coordinator at the EUIPO, discusses the office’s strategy, collaboration with other IP offices, and getting rid of routine tasks
A boom in transactional work and a heightened awareness of IP have helped boost revenue for the rebranded commercial services team
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Sponsored by ZaccoDesign rights are set to play an increasingly important role in strengthening global intellectual property strategies, say Tomas Wässingbo of Zacco and Christina Wainikka of the Confederation of Swedish Enterprise
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Sponsored by Gün and PartnersSelin Sinem Erciyas and Beste Turan Kurtoğlu of Gün + Partners analyse a Court of Justice of the European Union ruling that could reshape patent litigation strategies and increase competition between international courts
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Sponsored by Bird & BirdWendela Hårdemark and Beatrice Rälg of Bird & Bird explore the outlook for Swedish copyright law, as reciprocity rules are set to be dismantled, and contract interpretation takes a decisive new direction
Counsel at four firms explain how changes to the appeal process at Brazil’s IP office and other trends are affecting their strategies
The LMG Life Sciences Awards is thrilled to present the shortlist for the 2024 Ameicas Awards
Counsel discuss upcoming AI and data privacy legislation and what they’ve learned since Chile joined the Madrid Protocol
Dannemann Siemsen’s platforms, which have AI components, will help manage data from Brazil’s IP office and analyse PCT trends
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Sponsored by Daniel LawRoberta Arantes of Daniel Law looks at how the Brazilian legal landscape has responded to shifts in the concept of branding and its related levels of protection
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Sponsored by Daniel LawKene Gallois and Guilherme Coutinho of Daniel Law explain how the success of the plan will pave the way for Brazil to attract further investment and opportunities
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Sponsored by Daniel LawAndré Oliveira of Daniel Law considers how IP infringement and brand protection has evolved in Brazil amid the pandemic
The firm was among multiple winners at a record-breaking 2024 ceremony held in London on April 11
As the crisis in Gaza worsens every day, firms should think about how they can help
The LMG Life Sciences Awards is thrilled to present the shortlist for the 2024 EMEA Awards.
Managing IP will host a ceremony in London on April 11 to reveal the winners of the EMEA Awards 2024
Natasha Ahmed said she was drawn to the firm’s commitment to artificial intelligence and tech transactions
Eva-Maria Strobel reveals some of the firm’s IP achievements and its approach to client relationships
Lateral hires at Thompson Hine and Pierson Ferdinand said they were inspired by fresh business opportunities and innovative strategies at their new firms
The firm explains how it secured a $170.6 million verdict against the government in a patent dispute surrounding airport technology, and why the case led to interest from other inventors
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Sponsored by CASPatent rejections are common, but avoidable, setbacks. This CAS article explores how comprehensive intellectual property insights, expert searches, and proactive strategies can help innovators anticipate rejections and secure stronger patent applications
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Sponsored by CASKathy Van der Herten and Don Swartwout of CAS discuss the benefits and challenges of using emerging technologies to help with IP searches
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Sponsored by Ropes & GrayLawyers from Ropes & Gray joined Managing IP to discuss licensing negotiation groups
