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2 October 2026 Counsel for the tech startup hits back at the patent office’s “archaic thinking”, after the hearing officer insists his reasoning is aligned with the Supreme Court’s landmark artificial neural network decision.
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30 September 2026 The Third Circuit has upheld Thomson Reuters’ victory over Ross Intelligence in the first US appellate ruling on whether AI training can qualify as fair use. With the court’s reasoning still sealed, the case could have significant implications for AI developers using copyrighted content to build competing products.
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29 September 2026 As partner and head of IP for the region, the Hong Kong-based hire brings extensive experience advising on the IP aspects of complex corporate transactions and investments.
Trademarks
28 September 2026 Tougher scrutiny of environmental claims means greater compliance costs and rising litigation risks, said in-house counsel, as the EU’s Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition Directive becomes fully binding.
Patents
28 September 2026 Burford Capital noted that the record award to haptics company Taction Technology is likely to be altered in post-trial proceedings, as Apple files a motion for judgment as a matter of law contesting infringement, patent validity, and the basis for damages.
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28 September 2026 An ex-adviser to the NFL Players Association, the returning shareholder’s work spans the patent lifecycle, from patent preparation and prosecution through to litigation.
Trademarks
25 September 2026 From synthetic influencers to dark patterns and cultural appropriation, a Marques panel explored how brand counsel are navigating an increasingly complex web of regulation and consumer expectations. Muireann Bolger reports from the event.
Patents
25 September 2026 Driven by the growth of artificial intelligence and cloud computing, investment in data centres is eyewatering. Sarah Speight explores how the boom is impacting IP strategy and why it will soon become a “hotbed” of litigation.
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Patents
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.
Jurisdiction reports
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
Navigating the AI patent landscape requires moving beyond § 101 eligibility to master the complex interplay with § 112(a) enablement, says Bradford Fritz of BSKB.
Trademarks
A Swedish court has clarified when warning letters may constitute marketing, confirming that the key question is whether they serve a sales-promoting purpose, explains Maria Zamkova of Fenix Legal.
Patents
By adapting applications, using fast-track routes and managing claims, applicants can strengthen protection for inventions in Brazil, say Otto Licks, Pablo Barbosa and Rafael Tögel of Licks Attorneys.
Trademarks
Global stakeholders face a fundamentally altered risk profile in the country—but engaging is vital to protect rights, says Riikka Palmos of Papula-Nevinpat.
Jurisdiction reports
Understanding the commercial objectives of the companies driving the filing volumes will be key to accessing significant future opportunities, says Chris Li of the Beijing International Intellectual Property Convention (IIPC).
Patents
Effective understanding and analysis of IP information can support strategic decisions on investment, budgeting and growth, explains Shinya Kinuta, managing director of Dennemeyer Japan.
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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.
AI
The rise of agentic AI is creating new opportunities for IP owners, alongside complex questions around risk, liability and regulatory compliance. This session considers how emerging developments may reshape IP protection frameworks across key jurisdictions.
Patents
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.
Patents
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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