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AI
Authentic Brands Group, as well as music companies and individuals, claimed the AI company used 274 Elvis tracks without a licence to train its chatbot Claude, in a new copyright lawsuit focused on the legacy of the “King of Rock and Roll”. 26 October 2026
In-House
Umicore’s Sean Alexander has seen the profession change considerably over three decades, but some of its biggest changes may still lie ahead. He tells WIPR why AI is prompting difficult decisions, what he is no longer willing to pay external counsel for and why Europe is the place to watch. 26 October 2026
Careers
After introducing Microsoft Copilot and specialist legal AI platforms Solve Intelligence and Legora, the firm says the chief technology officer’s priorities will include expanding the use of AI in patent and legal work. 26 October 2026
Patents
Despite a Munich court handing down an EU injunction affecting one of four Skechers styles, the ‘hands-free’ footwear brand claimed “a major victory”. Counsel for rival Kizik tells WIPR: “If this is Skechers’ definition of victory, we look forward to seeing more of their victories in the months ahead.” 23 October 2026
Trademarks
A decade-old settlement aimed at keeping the peace between the lingerie giant and a British shirtmaker faced fresh scrutiny at the UK High Court, highlighting the challenges of drafting deals that must endure in the face of brand changes and market shifts. 23 October 2026
Patents
The appeals court largely sided with the luxury fashion house in its complaint against Belgian imaging company Agfa over leather decorating techniques, and revoked a significant portion of the patent-in-suit in five European countries. 22 October 2026
Patents
Businesses are invited to submit their views on whether a FRAND Opinion Service could help reduce standard-essential patent licensing frictions and improve access to dispute resolution. 21 October 2026
Patents
The nation’s highest court has rejected Google’s petition to question the government’s controversial ‘settled expectations’ factor, which makes it harder to challenge older patents. The dispute stems from claims brought by a software company against the tech giant, which has sought to invalidate the patent at issue. 20 October 2026
Trademarks
A new joint programme offers brand owners direct escalation channels and swift response times to tackle online IP infringement. 20 October 2026
Careers
With specialisms covering AI, electrical, manufacturing and engineering, the pair move from Brownstein, following a former colleague who joined the firm earlier this year. 20 October 2026
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