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AI

EU takes fight to genAI in tough week for Big Tech

European scrutiny of AI and Big Tech ramps up amid copyright concerns | GenAI study, voluntary code and court opinion on Meta signal bloc’s trend towards more stringent regulation.   11 July 2025

Careers

Chicago firm Much Shelist adds partner with ‘entrepreneurial mindset’

New hire is deeply involved in the litigation space and has co-founded two software businesses.   11 July 2025

Careers

Kilpatrick adds ‘seasoned, versatile litigator’ as trademark partner

The new hire brings more than 30 years’ experience, with a “notably versatile practice”, including trademark prosecution, litigation, protection, and enforcement.   11 July 2025

Artificial Intelligence

AI and IP USA 2025: Future-proofing event aims at intersection of technology and law

New York conference will bring together leaders from across IP to dive into the ROI of using artificial intelligence tools, plus AI law, strategy, and governance.   10 July 2025

Trademarks

Rubik's Cube loses pivotal EU 'shape' case

Iconic puzzle’s shape deemed ‘purely functional’ by European court | EU court rules against Spin Master Toys in long-running legal battle.   9 July 2025

Careers

Powell Gilbert launches Düsseldorf office with leading patent litigator

Major team hire by premier European litigation firm | September opening adds to successful UPC practice | Hire is a ‘landmark’ moment says Penny Gilbert.   9 July 2025

Future of IP

AI boom powers $7.6tn surge in intangible asset investment

WIPO report shows investment in intangibles grew three times faster than in physical assets in 2024| Firms shift focus from machinery and buildings to AI, IP, software and know-how | Sweden most intensive based on GDP | US leads in scale, India and Brazil among fastest growers.   9 July 2025

Careers

WilmerHale gains partner with ‘deep expertise’

New addition expected to strengthen firm’s foundational ‘IP’ practice in Palo Alto.   9 July 2025

Copyright

F-AI-R use: Lessons on genAI training in Anthropic and Meta

Two pivotal rulings regarding the use of copyrighted works to train genAI models may reshape the legal landscape for developers, rights holders, and AI platforms, writes Michael Graif of Brown Rudnick.   9 July 2025

Patents

WATCH: An update on EPO Board of Appeal strategy for 2025 and beyond

LSPN panellists from Mathys & Squire discuss recent developments affecting the EPO Boards of Appeal and decisions emerging from the newly-formed Unified Patent Court. The session examines the implications for pan-European patent strategy.   9 July 2025

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