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Japan High Court strikes down ‘AI announcer’ in a trademark ruling
05 May 2026Ruling highlights limits on descriptive terms in evolving AI-driven services.
INTA 2026: ‘We are a species of innovators and creators,’ says Tang
04 May 2026WIPO director general urges INTA to ‘look beyond themselves’ on the importance of IP.
INTA 2026: Geoeconomic confrontation, extreme weather events, societal polarization cause concern fo...
04 May 2026Opening ceremony also focusses on generations bridging the gap.
Federal, state authorities partner to strengthen IP protection among entrepreneurs
04 May 2026Initiative focuses on training, outreach and closer collaboration with MyIPO.
LESI 2026: SuperMac’s win over McDonald’s highlights limits of EU trademark protection
30 April 2026A landmark ruling shows even dominant brands must prove genuine trademark use.
LESI 2026: Annual conference opens in Dublin, highlights innovation and collaboration
28 April 2026More than 700 delegates from over 50 countries convene to drive IP commercialization forward.
Hong Kong pushes IP trading hub ambition with new policy initiatives
28 April 2026New tax incentives, valuation support and financing tools aim to unlock IP value.
Indonesia pushes digital cultural IP production with joint centre in Shanghai
28 April 2026Indonesia launches Shanghai R&D hub with China to boost gaming and animation exports.
LESI 2026: Mastercard executive warns of growing AI trust gap
28 April 2026Expanding systems expose gaps in safeguards, regulation and accountability.
LESI 2026: Global SEP licensing faces pressure
28 April 2026Global standards clash with national enforcement, driving licensing disputes.
Changes in terminology for image indexing in trademark applications at IP Australia
23 April 2026Changes reflect respectful, contemporary language, ensures inclusion of indigenous perspective in decision making.
South Korea launches unfair competition committee to manage IP disputes
23 April 2026As AI reshapes infringement, pressure builds for clearer, more predictable IP rules.
Teodoro Pascua named IPOPHL director general on return to agency
22 April 2026Pascua returns to IPOPHL and brings over 15 years of senior public service experience.
U.S. Chamber lauds IPOPHL’s anti-counterfeiting efforts in 2026 IP Index
20 April 2026Latest report highlights developments shaping the Philippines’ IP protection landscape.
Delhi High Court to copyright office: Decide on Thaler application for AI artwork in eight weeks
20 April 2026Decision will help determine whether AI-generated works can have copyright protection in India.