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While the Unitary patent provides streamlined protection across 18 EU member states that have ratified the Unitary Patent Agreement, applicants should be aware…
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The fund, which will be operational from 3 February 2025 to 5 December 2025, offers financial support to EU-based SMEs to enhance their…
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Transferring the ownership of intellectual property (‘IP’), including patent applications, granted patents and designs, is a critical process to ensure that the correct…
UK Registered Design Right Protection
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UK Patent Renewals, Fees and Deadlines
In order to keep a patent in force, renewal fees must be paid annually at the UK Intellectual Property Office (‘UKIPO’). The renewal…
IP Advance Fund Launched by UKIPO for SMEs to Maximise IP
The UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) has introduced a significant step towards fostering innovation among small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with its new…
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One year after its establishment, the Unified Patent Court (‘UPC’) has seen significant activity and notable trends.
Unitary Patent: Romania 18th Member State to ratify UPCA
Romania has become the 18th Member State to ratify the UPCA. On 31 May 2024, Romania has deposited its instrument of ratification and…
Laos signs Validation Agreement with EPO
On May 13, 2024, a significant milestone was achieved as Lao People’s Democratic Republic (‘Laos PDR’) became the sixth country to sign a…
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