Region-focused IP developments curated by the IIPLA newsroom, including policy shifts, litigation, brand disputes, patent activity, and enforcement updates.
UPM has acquired Avantium’s intellectual property for Ray Technology, enabling production of bio-based mono-ethylene glycol and mono-propylene glycol from plant sugars. The deal strengthens UPM’s renewable chemicals capabilities and supports its Leuna biorefinery operations. Avantium refocuses on FDCA and PEF technolo…
Dar AlMuhama Law Firm, led by Founder and Managing Partner Abdulrahman Alhouti, participated in the 2026 International Trademark Association Annual Meeting in London. The firm contributed to high-level discussions on advancing IP frameworks in the Middle East and addressed emerging issues such as artificial intelligen…
At the University of New Hampshire’s Franklin Pierce School of Law, students are actively addressing the persistent gender disparity in intellectual property law. Through the Intellectual Property Law Association’s annual Women in Intellectual Property Night and partnerships with leading IP professionals, the school f…
Trademark and copyright owners registered in the United States can leverage recordation with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to prevent the importation of counterfeit and infringing goods. This enforcement tool, which includes a streamlined application process and modest fees, enables CBP officers to detain s…
In January 2026, the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) achieved third place worldwide in the World Trademark Review’s IP Office Innovation Ranking. This leap from 13th place in 2024 reflects IPOPHL’s commitment to digital innovation, including AI-powered tools that improve patent and trademark e…
The University of Hamburg has adopted its inaugural Intellectual Property (IP) Strategy alongside updated IP Guidelines to modernize the management of patents, trademarks, copyrights, and other IP arising from research and teaching. Anchored by the vision “IP in the Service of Society,” the strategy emphasizes both co…
New Zealand government agencies, including Te Puni Kōkiri and the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, are addressing the complex issues surrounding artificial intelligence's impact on Māori cultural intellectual property. Officials highlight both opportunities and risks, emphasizing the need for robust go…
Vietnam’s Foreign Ministry has expressed readiness to clarify its intellectual property policies with the United States and other international partners. The ministry highlighted ongoing legal reforms, enforcement efforts, and cooperation with technology platforms to combat IP infringement, responding to issues raised…
Madison Bourbon, senior licensing associate at the University of Cincinnati, plays a pivotal role in advancing university inventions from concept to commercialization. Leading technology transfer efforts across multiple colleges, Bourbon evaluates, markets, and negotiates licensing agreements to maximize impact and re…
Chinese Communist Party-backed entities are conducting large-scale intellectual property theft focused on artificial intelligence and advanced microchips, posing significant risks to US economic and national security. Recent investigations reveal sophisticated methods including proxy accounts, distillation attacks, an…
Avex Inc. announced robust financial results for fiscal year 2025, with net sales reaching approximately $971 million and operating profit rebounding to $27 million. The company is advancing its global music rights and intellectual property strategy through acquisitions, partnerships, and expanded publishing operation…
A recent Lex Machina analysis highlights a surge in copyright infringement lawsuits against retailers involving textile patterns. Major defendants include Ross Stores, TJX, Amazon, and Burlington Coat Factory, with plaintiffs like L.A. Printex and Star Fabrics increasing filings. While damages awarded are rare, settle…
IIPLA reviews the copyright implications of Copyright, OP-ED, Nam OP-ED, with practical notes for global IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.
IIPLA reviews the trademarks implications of Trademarks, Business.Scoop, The Great Intellectual Property, with practical notes for India IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.
IIPLA reviews the brands implications of Brands, AI Technology, Liability, with practical notes for global IP teams monitoring risk, enforcement, licensing, and portfolio strategy.
The European Union has finalized revisions to its Technology Transfer Block Exemption Regulation (TTBER) and accompanying Guidelines, modernizing the regulatory framework for technology licensing agreements. Key updates include the first-ever European Commission guidance on licensing negotiation groups (LNGs) and enha…
JOOLA has reached a settlement with Paddletek Group and ProXR Pickleball concerning patent infringement claims related to JOOLA's propulsion core technology. The agreement includes royalty payments and a phased discontinuation of affected products, marking a cooperative resolution five weeks after the initial lawsuit.…
The eighth Bnoskka Annual Lecture on Intellectual Property convened in Accra as part of World Intellectual Property Day observances, spotlighting the intersection of IP and sports. Experts traced Ghana’s copyright legislative history, addressed enforcement hurdles, and emphasized expanding IP education beyond traditio…
The World Intellectual Property Organization's 2014 report highlights a 9% increase in global patent applications in 2013, with China accounting for nearly one-third of filings worldwide. Trademark applications also rose sharply, reaching almost 5 million, fueled by strong demand in China. While China and the US exper…
Vietnam’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson Pham Thu Hang affirmed the country’s firm stance on intellectual property (IP) enforcement, highlighting recent legislative improvements and enforcement actions. Vietnam is actively collaborating with international partners to foster transparency and combat IP infring…
John A. Squires serves as the Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director of the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), overseeing one of the world’s largest IP offices. Bringing extensive experience in intellectual property law, fintech, and regulatory compliance, Squires advises the Preside…
Dentons has announced the addition of Dr. Hannah Bug von Stocki to its Intellectual Property, Data, and Technology practice. This strategic move strengthens the firm’s expertise and service offerings in these rapidly evolving areas, reflecting Dentons’ commitment to supporting clients with cutting-edge legal solutions…
Taylor Swift is taking proactive legal steps to protect her distinctive voice and image from unauthorized AI-generated reproductions. By seeking trademark registration, Swift aims to establish clear rights over her personal brand elements, addressing emerging challenges posed by artificial intelligence in the entertai…
American University’s Washington College of Law recently held the 14th Peter A. Jaszi Distinguished Lecture on Intellectual Property, an annual event dedicated to advancing discourse on IP law. The lecture series honors Peter A. Jaszi’s contributions to the field and provides a platform for leading voices to discuss c…
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