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23 December 2025 In part one of a two-part series, WIPR asks in-house counsel to reflect on 2025, and what will matter most for their teams in 2026.
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The streaming giant’s deal with one of the biggest entertainment titles inherently includes a vast body of IP. Malcolm Meeks of Finnegan explains what’s on the table.
Africa’s vibrant market growth is attracting global investment and dispute resolution mechanisms—from specialised national tribunals to international arbitration and regional bodies—are strengthening enforcement, reducing risk, and bolstering investor confidence across the continent, says Sofia Araujo of Inventa.
With demand for goods rising in Nigeria, trademark infringement is on the up. Izuchukwu Chinedo of Inventa explores how policy reforms can better protect both brand owners and consumers.
The entertainment company’s challenge to Judge Selna’s order for another jury trial zeroes in on punitive damages and raises two pivotal questions, say Mark Sommers and Patrick Rodgers of Finnegan.
The court’s rejection of the sportswear company’s appeal underlines the importance of clarity in appeals, write John Linneker and Robyn Trigg of Osborne Clarke.
China’s e-commerce company is taking on AI counterfeits with a mix of human and advanced AI tech of its own—and getting results.
More than 1,500 brands are now partnering directly with the online marketplace to reinforce intellectual property safeguards.
Brands now have a better idea of what will pass the test after the EU General Court set a new threshold for distinctiveness, explains João Pereira Cabral of Inventa.
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12 December 2025 New national rankings identify the law firms and professionals advising on bet-the-brand matters, global filing strategies and creative portfolio management.
10 December 2025 The leaders behind a surprise bid to ‘rebuild the public square’, tell WIPR that Elon Musk left behind half the brand’s value when he killed off the bluebird.
8 December 2025 UK Court of Appeal upholds parts of Athleta’s appeal while confirming that limited, non-targeted online activity is insufficient to prove genuine use of a trademark in the UK.
4 December 2025 Waterproof robe brand prevails at a UK court, setting a strategic blueprint for descriptive brands to protect their trademarks from genericide and imitators.
2 December 2025 UK domain management firm Com Laude’s massive purchase of US rival Markmonitor signals a new era where the domain name is a critical operational asset. CEO Ben Crawford explains how he plans to be a bridge between corporate teams.
28 November 2025 The estate of the legendary singer accuses the multinational of misappropriating his iconic voice in a case that may test Tennessee’s new ELVIS Act.
27 November 2025 The new Dallas partner, who joins from Watkins & Eager, has handled trademark and copyright disputes and brings more than 30 years’ experience to the firm.
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