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Temu and the IACC launch a joint anti-counterfeiting programme giving brands direct escalation channels and proactive IP protection tools. Discover the full breakdown: ow.ly/pZIe5100210 #IntellectualProperty #Trademarks #BrandProtection #ECommerce
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UKIPO launches a call for evidence on a proposed FRAND Opinion Service to help businesses independently assess SEP royalty offers. Discover the full breakdown: ow.ly/4HoP51001QP #IntellectualProperty #Patents #Licensing
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US Supreme Court denies Google's petition to challenge USPTO 'settled expectations' policy in VirtaMove server patent dispute. Discover the full breakdown: ow.ly/y06L51001CW #IntellectualProperty #Patents #TechLaw
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Save €100 on AI & IP Europe (17 Nov) and Trade Secrets Europe (18 Nov) in Brussels before prices rise this Friday, 23 Oct. Book AI & IP: ow.ly/r2UG50ZZBB6 Book Trade Secrets: ow.ly/MUPP50ZZBB5 #AIandIPEU #TradeSecretsIPEU #IPLaw
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How many letters make a mark new? Inventa's Isabella Becaro Pinho explores traditional Tunisian fouta towels and trademark distinctiveness. Discover the full feature: ow.ly/4nZF50ZZowE #IntellectualProperty #Trademarks #BrandProtection
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Ceres Power Head of IP Andy Spurr explores how IP licensing scales solid oxide fuel cell tech for data centres and heavy industry. Discover the full in-house interview: ow.ly/SpC450ZZocN #IntellectualProperty #Patents #Licensing
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Harvey and Legora launch identical 'Intake' AI tools within 24 hours, sparking an industry debate over descriptive branding and trademark depletion in tech. Discover the full analysis: ow.ly/Bmjh50ZYY1P #IntellectualProperty #Trademarks #LegalTech
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EUIPO rules in favour of Chanel, blocking Chaos Perfumes from registering a 3D bottle design that targets the reputation of the No. 5 perfume packaging. Discover the full breakdown: ow.ly/Jt7p50ZYvBl #IntellectualProperty #Trademarks #LuxuryLaw
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Alo Yoga Brand Protection Director Leo Longauer reflects on his transition from LVMH, AI takedown tools, and online dupes ahead of becoming MARQUES president. Discover the full interview: ow.ly/aC5S50ZXFeX #IntellectualProperty #Trademarks #BrandProtection
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The UKIPO shelves plans for an SEP Rate Determination Track, opting for court-anchored early neutral evaluation and voluntary FRAND guidance. Discover the complete consultation breakdown: ow.ly/NmH250ZXESh #IntellectualProperty #Patents #SEPs
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PILOT uses Amazon's APEX proceeding to remove infringing ParKoo erasable pens, asserting its FriXion thermochromic ink technology patent. Discover the full enforcement Q&A on World IP Review: ow.ly/2Wgn50ZXz7e #IntellectualProperty #Patents #ECommerce
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Confidential know-how is the backbone of high-stakes partnerships. Learn how to protect key assets at Trade Secrets Europe in Brussels with experts from USPTO, Confo Therapeutics, & Biocartis. View the agenda & secure your place: ow.ly/WUm350ZXu7w #TradeSecretsIPEU
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AI is now central to every major IP decision. Join 100+ leaders in Brussels on 17 Nov for World IP Review's AI & IP Europe. Benchmark strategy with in-house heads from Siemens, Bayer, Bosch, Nokia and more. Secure your place: ow.ly/f7xT50ZX3fV #AIandIPEU #AIRegulation
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UK plans to restrict non-compete clauses and long notice periods draw mixed reactions, as trade secret protection clashes with startup hiring needs. Discover the full breakdown: ow.ly/JOcZ50ZWUk0 #IntellectualProperty #TradeSecrets #EmploymentLaw
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Mondelēz Chief Counsel Mark Hodgin reflects on 30 years guarding Cadbury and Milka colour marks, balancing AI branding, and fighting lookalike trade dress. Discover the full interview: ow.ly/KW5Q50ZWU5x #IntellectualProperty #Trademarks #BrandProtection
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Birkenstock's Dutch victory against Lidl exposes Europe's split over functional design copyright, as experts urge layered IP protection. Discover the full breakdown: ow.ly/TI5S50ZWmRv #IntellectualProperty #Copyright #DesignRights
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ICANN reveals 1,600+ new gTLD applications in its 2026 expansion round, featuring 333 corporate dot-brand applications and Taylor Swift. Discover the full breakdown: ow.ly/CFFV50ZWlPJ #IntellectualProperty #Trademarks #DomainNames
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Jones Day expands its global IP practice with the addition of partners Sean Callagy in San Francisco and Joris Willems in Amsterdam to handle complex AI and tech disputes. Discover the full report: ow.ly/o3Oq50ZWljW #IntellectualProperty #LawFirms #ArtificialIntelligence
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