Novagraaf positions itself as a comprehensive partner for intellectual property strategy, protection, and defense. The firm offers expert guidance through monthly newsletters, webinars, and exclusive content to help clients navigate the complexities of IP management and enforcement.

Novagraaf serves as a comprehensive partner for intellectual property strategy, protection, and defense. The firm offers expert guidance through monthly newsletters, webinars, and exclusive content to help clients navigate the complexities of IP management and enforcement.

Last week, Sun Patent Trust sued Xiaomi in France for infringement of patents claimed to be essential to the LTE-Advanced standard. In its suit, Sun Patent Trust asked French courts...

The role of the sole agent of state-owned bodies (e.g. public universities, public hospitals,…) in situations of co-ownership of property resulting from research and development...

5G underpins the modern mobile communications ecosystem, but the landscape of 5G standard essential patent (SEP) ownership and licensing is extraordinarily complex.

France is considering a mandatory financial contribution from AI providers to support creators whose works are used to train artificial intelligence systems. The proposal, recommended in a parliamentary report, would require AI companies exceeding certain revenue thresholds to pay into a fund managed by ARCOM, with potential reductions for those who negotiate licensing agreements directly with authors.

L'Office européen des brevets (OEB) a dévoilé, le 2 juillet 2026 à Berlin, les lauréats et lauréates de la 19ᵉ édition du Prix de l'inventeur européen. Cette édition met à l'honneur des innovations majeures...

The sports industry is experiencing a significant surge in intellectual property rights applications, reflecting growing commercial interests and innovation in athletic products, services, and branding. This trend highlights the increasing importance of IP protection strategies for sports organizations, equipment manufacturers, and related businesses seeking to safeguard their competitive advantages. Understanding these filing patterns provides valuable insights into market dynamics and emerging opportuniti

When drafting or negotiating a patent license agreement, a number of pitfalls should be avoided or at least have their effects reduced. Failing that, the rights and interests of the company which you represent might be affected, if not altered.

Un tribunal français établit une distinction cruciale entre la publication volontaire d'une vidéo sur les réseaux sociaux et le consentement à son exploitation commerciale.

An important ruling was issued in a FRAND-related dispute by the case management judge of Paris Court of first instance (Tribunal judiciaire de Paris) on 6 February 2020.

Novagraaf serves as a comprehensive partner for intellectual property strategy, protection, and defense. Subscribe to their monthly Perspectives newsletter to access expert advice, webinars, and exclusive content on IP matters.

Novagraaf positions itself as a comprehensive partner for intellectual property strategy, protection, and defense. The firm offers expert guidance through monthly newsletters, webinars, and exclusive content to help clients navigate the complexities of IP management and enforcement.

Novagraaf se positionne comme un partenaire stratégique spécialisé dans la protection et la défense de la propriété intellectuelle. Le cabinet propose des conseils d'experts via des newsletters mensuelles au contenu exclusif, des webinaires et des analyses professionnelles destinés aux praticiens de la propriété intellectuelle ainsi qu'aux entreprises désireuses de préserver leurs actifs intellectuels.

En juin 2025, la Cour d'appel de Paris a donné raison au célèbre horloger de luxe Rolex dans un contentieux de longue date l'opposant à Pinel et Pinel au sujet...

Novagraaf serves as a comprehensive partner for intellectual property strategy, protection, and defense. Subscribe to their monthly Perspectives newsletter to access expert advice, webinars, and exclusive content on IP matters.

Open source offers many advantages to software developers. However, integrating an open-source component into an IT solution implies respecting many constraints defined by the very principle of open source and the licenses used.

This article delves into the intricate challenges and legal considerations involved in protecting trade secrets and intellectual property throughout collaboration and licensing deals in the biotech industry.

Intellectual property licensing (IP licensing) is a powerful tool for businesses and individuals looking to monetize their intellectual assets. Whether you are an entrepreneur, a business owner, or an inventor, understanding how to license your intellectual property can help you maximize the value of your inventions, brands, and creations. 

Parliament approved the French Finance Bill for 2019 at the end of December 2018. You will find hereafter a summary of some of its main provisions.