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5 November 2026 The Manchester City player’s dispute with a Norwegian airline over the unauthorised use of his famous ponytail highlights the risks brands face when capitalising on celebrities in quickfire social media campaigns.
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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.
Trademarks
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.
Careers
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.
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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.
Patents
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.
Trademarks
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.
Careers
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.
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Patents
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 Davies Wright Tremaine explain.
Trademarks
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
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
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.
Trademarks
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
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.
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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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