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Legal uncertainties over whether it is possible to cancel domain names formed by using the names of others has now been clarified. In two decisions regarding domain names for websites that criticise the activities of the names' owners, the Austrian Supreme Court has made clear rulings.

With effect from August 1 2009, Measures for the Management of the Reproduction of Audio-Visual Products were replaced by new measures issued by The General Administration of Press and Publication (GAPP). Aimed at strengthening the management and facilitating the healthy development of the reproduction industry in China, the newly enacted Measures For Reproduction Management consist of six chapters and 43 articles focusing on the establishment and management of business entities conducting reproduction activities, management of reproduction equipment and legal liabilities for any unauthorised activities.

Software developers in my company are increasingly using open source software. What are the main IP issues we need to consider when using open source software and are there any risks involved?

IP owners can use Customs regulations to help curb the trade in fakes. Correspondents from seven key jurisdictions explain how the rules differ from country to country

In-house counsel gathered in Hong Kong last month to share tips on outsourcing, enforcing their rights in Asia and strategies for dealing with the recession

The four candidates contesting the election for EPO president this month tell Emma Barraclough why they are the right person for the job

Managing IP lists the patent firms filing the most PCT applications in the 14 biggest markets

Magdaly Sánchez Aranguren and Patricia Hoet-Limbourg suggest ways to monetise IP assets in the midst of a credit crunch

Gabriela Bodden and Aaron Montero advise on where to file, which markets to enter and what problems to be aware of when securing IP rights in Caribbean and Central American countries

With the appointment of former IBM VP and assistant general counsel David Kappos as the new director of the USPTO, the US – and perhaps global – IP community has something to cheer about this year. Kappos has a tough job ahead of him, but most seem confident in his abilities and are excited by his 20 years of experience in the patent world. In the editorial introduction to the 2009 edition of the Americas IP Focus, we track Kappos' road to the USPTO and report on the reaction to some of his first public promises to the IP community.