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RSSNew INPI Brazil note on the patentability of inventions involving transgenic plants
In Brazil, the inventive step of an accessory invention related to transgenic plants would come from the technical effect of the main invention.
Intellectual Property in the Metaverse. Episode II: Trade Marks.
The second part of our monthly publications on the topic IP in the Metaverse is out!
Developing a Code of Practice on Standardisation: EC Publishes Final Report for Researchers
A new study for beneficiaries in Horizon 2020 projects to support the development of a code of practice on standardisation has just been published by the European Commission.
New Interactive Guide by 4iP Council and the European IP Helpdesk on the "4 Essentials of Trade Secrets"
By joining forces with the European IP Helpdesk team and other cooperation partners, the 4iP Council has developed a new interactive guide on the “4 Essentials of Trade Secrets”.
EU Commission's new Handbook on the food and beverage market entry in Mexico
In accordance with this handbook, the modernised EU-Mexico Trade Agreement will improve the protection in Mexico of intellectual property owned by EU companies. This includes making it illegal in Mexico to sell imitations of protected EU Geographical Indications, such as Champagne, or Parma ham.
New Guide Released: Successful Valorisation of Knowledge and Research Results in Horizon Europe
The European IP Helpdesk team has released a new guide taking a closer look at ways for research and innovation projects funded under “Horizon Europe” to successfully valorise the knowledge and results they generate.
Mondulkiri wild honey inaugurated with GI status
‘Mondulkiri wild honey” has been officially inaugurated with geographical indication (GI) status that ministers and officials hope will accordingly increase its value, thereby creating local jobs and improving livelihoods.
Making sense of NFT’s and what they mean from an IP standpoint in India
A quick look at what NFTs are and what their implications are in terms of IP
Trade Dress Case Results in Record Damages in Thailand
Trade dress is an important branding tool, but in Thailand it does not yet receive explicit recognition under the country’s Trademark Law. However, Tilleke & Gibbins recently secured a landmark judgment on the store layout form of trade dress, netting a record damages award.
Decision Reveals Gaps in Vietnam’s IP Enforcement Regime
For years, an inadequate compensation mechanism has been a limitation in resolving IP infringement disputes in Vietnam through civil measures. This limitation was once again highlighted in...
Notorious Markets and counterfeit goods on E-commerce marketplaces in Asia
Every year the US Trade Representative (USTR) releases a report on Notorious Markets which identifies places where counterfeit goods are sold around the world to the detriment of US IP owners...
Netizens push counterfeiting and piracy reports, complaints to new record
The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) received 151 counterfeiting and piracy reports from consumers and complaints from rights holders in 2021, surpassing the previous record-high of 121 in 2020 and registering a 25% year-on-year increase.
Case Law from the General Court: Apial/ Apiretal and Ye (Ape Tees)
Recent case law from the General Court (GC).
Brazil and France sign a PPH and IP cooperation agreements
Both INPI Brazil and INPI France have signed 2 memoranda of understanding.
Change in the Amounts of the Individual Fee: Lao People’s Democratic Republic
As from April 22, 2022, the amounts of the individual fee payable in respect of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic will change.
Malaysia’s New Patents (Amendment) Act 2022
The Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO) has announced a Patents (Amendment) Act 2022 that comes into force on 18 March 2022...
Joint report from the OECD and EUIPO: Counterfeit goods pose significant risks
Trade with counterfeit products has a wide range of negative consequences, namely for the global economy and, more importantly, the health and safety of consumers.
Transition performance influenced by countries' innovation rate, new European Commission report finds
The Transition Performance Index (TPI) and the Global Innovation Index analyse the possible links between innovation and transition performance.
India´s Supreme court clarifies the likelihood of confusion
A recent case of Trademark enforcement between an American operator and a local Indian undertaking was appealed up to the Supreme Court.
The Chief Justice of India calls for raising the number of judges in High Courts
Chief Justice of India, NV Ramana recently stressed the need to raise the number of judges in high courts, in particular to efficiently tackle the rising number of intellectual property enforcement cases.