IP awareness does not necessarily equal IP understanding
A report on IP Awareness and Attitudes issued this April by the Center for Intellectual Property Understanding (CIPU) shows that many consumers are willing to circumvent IP rights despite recognizing their importance.
Understanding the Brazilian green patent fast-track
The Brazilian expedited grant cuts down the time for obtaining protection for new technologies, bringing licensing agreements into existence.
WIPO releases 2019 Global Innovation Index
The 12th edition of the Global Innovation Index (GII) aims to assist decision-makers in understanding the innovative activity that propels economic and human development.
EU certification and collective marks
Product quality is a growing concern for consumers due to trade globalization and easier access to international goods and services.
Creative solutions for cannabis industry IP
Current USPTO policy is to refuse all cannabis-related trademark applications other than hemp derived products that contain less than .3% THC. This policy has forced the cannabis industry to use creative alternatives to protect their brands.
The General Court of EU confirms the invalidity of Adidas three-stripes trademark
It is hard to find somebody who has never worn a pair of sneakers or another garment featuring the famous "three stripes" at least once in his life. However, being famous does not exempt trademark owners from the strict requirements of providing evidence.
Licensing out technologies from an SME’s perspective
IP management goes far beyond the pure protection of IPRs, and many small and medium-sized enterprises are searching for a proactive way to utilize their rights.
Dennemeyer & Associates United States welcomes three new attorneys
The recent hiring of several new attorneys reflects the continued growth of Dennemeyer & Associates US.
10 most significant changes in Intellectual Property over the last 25 years
The last 25 years have seen massive developments in the practice and treatment of IPRs. We are taking a look at those changes that have significantly influenced the practice of IP.
Comment DIAMS iQ aide Interparfums à gérer son portefeuille de propriété intellectuelle ?
Interparfums, société française qui gère actuellement un portefeuille de plus de 4500 marques et modèles actifs, témoigne de l'utilisation quotidienne du logiciel de gestion de propriété intellectuelle de Dennemeyer, DIAMS iQ.
China revises its trademark law to combat bad faith trademark filings
On April 23, 2019, the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) enacted revisions to the country's trademark law.
Artificial intelligence: is it changing patent prosecution?
When we hear the term artificial intelligence used about patent prosecution, we immediately think of prior art searching. However, AI is being employed in several other ways.