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Linh Thi Mai Nguyen and Chi Lan Dang of Tilleke & Gibbins analyse three cases that highlight the boundaries between inspiration and infringement, from registered works and cultural heritage to AI-assisted creation

Sean Chen of Liu Shen & Associates examines China’s rules on AI-assisted invention and patent drafting, and how intellectual property practitioners can manage the risks

Ranjan Narula and Swati Dalal of RNA, Technology and IP Attorneys explain how Indian startups can support investment, manage risk, and prepare for international growth with a clear trademark strategy

Melinda Ambrizal of Tilleke & Gibbins examines an Indonesian Constitutional Court ruling that restores restrictions on patenting new uses and forms of known substances, with implications for pharmaceutical applicants

Yue Guan of Wanhuida Intellectual Property explains how the CNIPA decision clarifies sufficient disclosure and inventive step for pharmaceutical use patents

Carla Santa Maria of Becerril, Coca & Becerril examines the opportunities and risks of AI voice cloning and the legal protections available to artists and performers

Peter Koefoed of Inspicos explains how the decision clarifies when inconsistencies between patent claims and descriptions require amendments under the European Patent Convention

Ming-yeh Lin of Saint Island International Patent & Law Offices examines recent Taiwanese decisions clarifying courts’ approach to design patent infringement and the limits of instrument-assisted comparisons

Artificial intelligence is no longer a novel concept in Korean patent practice.Korean patent examiners now routinely examine AI-related applications across a wide range of industries, including autonomous vehicles, semiconductors, healthcare, and life sciences.As AI-related patent filings continue to evolve, the focus of examination is shifting from the mere use of AI to the specific technical contribution made by the invention.Recent guidance issued by the Korean Ministry of Intellectual Property (MOIP) in June 2026 offers useful insight into several recurring issues that foreign applicants should consider when seeking patent protection for AI-related inventions in Korea.

Francisco Gonzalez of NLO explains the scope of safe harbour protection, common pitfalls for applicants, and its importance in preserving patent term adjustment

Eduardo Hallak, Juliana Neves, and Juliana Libman of Licks Attorneys examine how Brazil's new skinny-label regime may affect patent infringement claims, particularly those involving contributory infringement, when patented medical uses continue despite regulatory carve-outs

Nola Pontes of Spoor & Fisher Jersey examines Tanzania’s trademark law reforms, including recognition of ARIPO registrations, protection for well-known marks, and broader opportunities for brand owners