Enjoy the Easter break with the latest news from the IP world.
Events
20 - 24 April 2026: IP Transactions: Law and Practice
UCL’s
Faculty of Laws in London hosts an in-person seminar on the intricacies
of drafting, negotiating, interpreting and advising on IP agreements.
If that sounds right for you, find more information and register
here.
21 April 2026: Posthumous IP Rights in Art: protecting creative legacies while enabling public access CLA
will hold a panel discussion with Michael Edenborough KC, Stephanie
Wickenden and Stefano Theodoli-Braschi. They will discuss the complex
issues surrounding the administration of artists’ estates. Further
information and registration details are available
here.
23 April 2026: IP Awareness Summit 2026 - Technology at the Crossroads: AI, IP Rights, and New Opportunities The
Center for IP Understanding hosts a one-day event focusing on AI’s
impact on innovation, IP rights and business. It brings together
inventors, entrepreneurs, content creators, industry experts, lawyers,
policymakers, investors and others who are working to manage the rapidly
evolving relationship between AI, IP rights and business. Find more
information
here.
Trade Mark Offices The EUIPO and the European Commission join forces to fight counterfeiting and piracy online The
EUIPO will provide consultative support to the European Commission
under the Digital Services Act to help rights holders and consumers
navigate the online world more safely. Under a five-year agreement with
the Commission, the EUIPO will provide technical support and expertise
in IP-related matters to help address IP rights infringements online,
with a particular focus on the sale of counterfeit goods and the
distribution of pirated content. Find further information
here.
Happy Anniversary! EU trade mark system marks 30 years
The
EU trade mark system celebrates its 30th anniversary, marking an
important milestone and an opportunity to reflect. More than 3.2 million
trade mark applications have been received by the EUIPO. For more
details, please click
here.
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