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Hyatt challenges Hilton’s ‘Select by Hilton’ trademark as settlement talks begin
03 November 2026The claims put trademark distinctiveness and consumer confusion at issue for hotel brands.
Samsung patent strategy lands former IP chief in prison
03 November 2026The ruling puts corporate patent analyses and litigation strategies under renewed scrutiny.
IIPLA to bring global IP leaders to Dubai for 2027 conference
30 October 2026What to know about IIPLA’s upcoming conference
Indonesia looks to turn IP into global business opportunities
30 October 2026Cultural heritage and creative talent hold further potential for commercial growth.
China tightens the link between IP enforcement and border controls
29 October 2026New CNIPA-Customs framework could change patent enforcement at China’s borders.
Hyrox challenges unauthorized Macau event over use of its name
29 October 2026A Macau fitness group plans a Hyrox-style race despite having no official ties to the brand.
Elvis Presley’s rights owners sue Anthropic, seeking US$41M over AI training
27 October 2026The company behind Claude allegedly used lyrics from 274 Elvis Presley songs without permission.
Malaysia calls for IP to be recognized as a bankable asset
27 October 2026Why Malaysia wants to capture more value from its creative industries
Saudi Arabia joins Madrid System as Gulf trademark landscape shifts
27 October 2026New filing options offer greater flexibility, but Saudi Arabia’s specific rules still matter.
Australian Parliament committee supports GRATK Treaty, pushes for binding treaty action by gov’t
23 October 2026The first WIPO treaty to address IP, genetic resources, and traditional knowledge.
Global Innovation Index 2026: Singapore ranks fifth
23 October 2026Singapore stays in the top five for a fourth year, still No. 1 in innovation inputs.
South Korea coordinates overseas IP support for K-beauty brands
22 October 2026A new government initiative aims to help SMEs navigate challenges as they expand overseas.
Hong Kong bill would expand tax deductions for IP purchases and licences
22 October 2026What this could mean for businesses with eligible arrangements
Invisalign maker wins 17-country UPC injunction against Hong Kong-listed aligner company
22 October 2026A patented tooth-moving feature puts Europe’s unified patent court to the test.
Indian court ruling in 13-year patent case shows why proof of rights is important, says IP lawyer
16 October 2026After 13 years, scientist is named as rightful inventor of biomedical invention and patent applicant.