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How a press publisher's case against Google could alter genAI liability

9 November 2026 A landmark opinion from Europe’s highest court analyses claims that Gemini unlawfully used a Hungarian news publisher's content for LLM training and the resulting chatbot outputs. If adopted, the recommendations could recalibrate the question of liability, finds Sarah Speight.

Netlist opens new legal offensive with ITC and federal court complaints

9 November 2026

Lambretta trademark battle lands at UK High Court with mod-era flair

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UK government overhauls ‘outdated’ design protection system

4 November 2026 Proposed reforms aim to simplify registration, tackle bad-faith filings and strengthen design rights for the country’s multi-billion pound design industry.

Landmark CJEU opinion considers allowing LLM training, with AI opt-out

4 November 2026 In a “potentially transformative” opinion for generative AI developers, Europe’s highest court advises that training LLMs on copyrighted works may be permissible under EU law, but reproducing protected content in chatbot responses could risk copyright infringement.

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EPO starts using AI for minutes but no access to transcripts for parties

3 November 2026 From November 1, oral proceedings before a Board of Appeal can be audio-recorded and transcribed using artificial intelligence, but any material generated will be kept internal and will not form part of the file or be made available.

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Dykema’s new trademark pro will be a ‘tremendous asset’ to clients

3 November 2026 Joining in Wisconsin, the senior counsel brings “sophisticated” trademark experience and leadership, and a “practical understanding” of clients’ brand-protection challenges.

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Mercury among dangerous toxins in fake cosmetics, says UK IPO

2 November 2026 Tests on seized counterfeit cosmetics reveal harmful substances, as purchases of fake beauty products soar among young UK adults.

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China’s top trademark lawyers and law firms recognised in WIPR rankings

2 November 2026 Amid an evolving legal framework and shifting demands from increasingly global Chinese enterprises, the law firms and practitioners in WIPR’s China Trademark Rankings 2026 are this year’s go-to advisors for brand-related legal matters in the country.

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How China's IP system shifted from brand protection to innovation

2 November 2026 Over the past 20 years, the focus of IP in China has shifted from protecting mainly foreign brands from Chinese counterfeiters. Now, the country is able to protect its own innovation, and multinational companies must prepare accordingly, write Landy Jiang and Carol Wang of Lusheng, a Rouse Group firm.

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Settled expectations, the six-year rule, and developments in USPTO policy

Uncertainty over whether a patent can be challenged through inter partes review at the USPTO has only increased since the discretionary denial policy was introduced, so how should companies plan? Mauricio Uribe and Maria Anderson of Davis Wright Tremaine explain.

Trademarks

Cross-border (re)branding: Lessons from a Portuguese lip balm TM ruling

When a Brazilian company launched its popular lip balm 'Carmed' in Portugal, it arrived under the new name 'Flavy' following a successful trademark opposition by the owner of revival brand 'Carmex'. Paula Vener of Inventa examines the decision and the vital lessons it holds.

Future of IP

Why China will lead the next wave of IP firm consolidation

Consolidation among IP firms has so far been a European story. Luke Minford, CEO of the Rouse Group, explains why China will overtake it within five years, and why culture will decide which deals last.

Trademarks

Throw in the towel: How many letters make a mark ‘new’?

The line between protecting a distinctive brand and claiming ownership over a traditional product can be thinner than a single letter. The case involving Tunisian fouta towels raises questions about cultural heritage, geographical indications and whether trademark examiners are doing enough to recognise the origins and meaning of words beyond their own borders, says Isabella Becaro Pinho.

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The unfinished business of choosing your jurisdiction in IP litigation

A Delhi High Court dispute over comparative advertising has exposed a deeper fault line in Indian IP litigation: where should rights holders be able to sue when business and advertising increasingly happen online? Aarti Aggarwal of Remfry & Sagar unpacks a case that puts conflicting jurisdictional rules under scrutiny.

Patents

Beyond the primary patent: How pharma can build competitive barriers

A medicine reaching the end of its primary patent term does not necessarily mean the market is open to generics. The complex patent landscape surrounding semaglutide shows how secondary patents covering indications, formulations and manufacturing processes can extend competitive barriers—and why careful freedom-to-operate analysis is critical before launch, says Ana Neves of Inventa.

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Playback: Lessons from Philips v Bansal

Eight years on, India’s first standard-essential patent decree has redefined the country’s evidentiary bar for enforcement, explains Pankaj Soni of Remfry & Sagar.

Patents

Surviving the new AI prosecution gauntlet

Navigating the AI patent landscape requires moving beyond § 101 eligibility to master the complex interplay with § 112(a) enablement, says Bradford Fritz of BSKB.

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Cross-border intellectual property procurement is shifting toward centralised digital platforms, and Revidence demonstrates how integrated proposal comparisons, dedicated case chats, and performance-based fee structures are streamlining workflows for IP lawyers and global legal teams.

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WATCH: Wrap-up debate — is the use of generative AI in patent drafting a risk to quality and validity

As generative AI becomes more integrated into patent drafting, questions are emerging around its long-term impact on quality, validity and enforceability. This closing debate weighs up the risks and opportunities, and considers how organisations can adopt AI responsibly in patent practice.

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WATCH: The shifting sands of the global IP landscape — optimise your portfolio and filing strategy across jurisdictions

Global filing strategies are becoming harder to maintain as jurisdictions, costs and commercial priorities continue to shift. This session contrasts traditional approaches with more dynamic models being used to manage international portfolios more efficiently.

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