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Mondelēz sues vegan chocolatier over alleged Toblerone shape infringement

30 October 2026 The dispute pits the owner of the Swiss chocolate brand against an independent vegan company, raising more questions about how far trademark protection can extend to the shape of a product.

Getty judge appointed to interim High Court role as Birss replaces Vos

30 October 2026 Mrs Justice Joanna Smith—who decided the landmark Getty Images v Stability AI, among other notable cases—becomes deputy president of the Business and Property Division of the UK High Court, while Sir Colin Birss fills Sir Geoffrey Vos’ shoes as new master of the rolls.

Weil collapse leaves IP talent facing uncertain future after major expansion

29 October 2026 The 95-year-old Wall Street law firm’s management committee has recommended an “orderly wind-down” following a wave of partner exits this year, despite a significant expansion of the IP practice in 2025.

Oura targets Ultrahuman’s redesigned smart ring following import ban

29 October 2026 The Finnish wearable tech company strikes again after the Indian rival’s redesigned ring cleared US Customs, with one of Oura’s asserted patents issued just two days earlier.

EU counterfeit seizures hit all-time high of 196 million

28 October 2026 Recorded detentions surged by 67% year on year, with Italy dominating operations in the EU internal market and Romania leading at the bloc’s external borders.

Haynes Boone strengthens trademark and advertising bench in NY

28 October 2026 Former Crowell & Moring co-chair brings extensive expertise in regulatory compliance, consumer protection, and advertising disputes to the firm's growing New York office.

Latham lands technology and AI expert in London

28 October 2026 The US firm has added a top litigator with expertise in AI, technology disputes and complex cross-border litigation, who also made history as the youngest person appointed deputy master of the High Court’s Business and Property Division.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

Jurisdiction reports

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.

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.

IP warning letters: Lessons from PMT 10686-25

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.

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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.