Cosmetic packaging is evolving to enhance user experience and sustainability. Innovations include applicators for easier product use and eco-friendly packaging, such as biodegradable bottles and refillable designs. Brands like FusionPKG lead in combining sustainability with performance, addressing environmental concerns.

The European Parliament and Council have reached a provisional agreement on the EU "pharma package", introducing significant reforms to pharmaceutical legislation to modernise regulation and enhance access to medicines

Healthwashing is the term used to describe the act of making a product (most frequently a food or drink) appear healthier than it is by making certain claims.

If you have created or developed a patented invention or a product that uses patented innovation, you may be eligible to use Patent Box to reduce your Corporation Tax bill.

If you own a patent in the UK (either a GB patent or a UK designation of a European patent), you need to pay renewal fees every year to keep it in force.

A patent is a legal right that protects new inventions or discoveries.

The EPO's Enlarged Board of Appeal has attempted to clarify the law concerning the doctrine of ‘plausibility' and the use of post-filed data to support inventive step.

The UK High Court has determined a global FRAND rate to Apple for SEPs in Optis' patent portfolio, amounting to $5.13m per year.

Seaweed is emerging as a versatile innovation driver across various industries. With over 15,000 patents since 2015, it is revolutionizing sectors from food and health to biofuels, bioplastics, and environmental solutions, highlighting its sustainable potential.

The Unified Patents Court (UPC) granted Amycel LLC a preliminary injunction against a Polish mushroom producer for patent infringement. The court rejected the defendant's invalidity and delay arguments, confirming the "genetic identity" standard for patent scope and ordered compliance with the injunction and disclosure obligations.

Recent court decisions have fundamentally altered the antibody patent landscape, making composition-of-matter claims increasingly vulnerable while elevating the strategic importance of method-of-treatment...

The UPC Court of Appeal ("CoA") has sided with the Düsseldorf Local Division in upholding a preliminary injunction (PI) granted in respect of sales of Mammut's avalanche rescue device in Germany and Austria.

The launch of the Cali Fund at COP16 marked a new international framework for sharing benefits from Digital Sequence Information (DSI).

Greenwashing is where companies misrepresent their environmental claims to appeal to eco-conscious consumers. Greenwashing not only misleads consumers but can also lead to legal repercussions under

Regardless of the focus area and the particular segment of the climate, energy or food crisis they are attempting to address, the one thing all cleantech businesses have in common...

A valid priority date is often crucial to the outcome of a patent application. Therefore, ensuring that a patent application is filed in due time within the 12-month priority period is vital.

In a landmark ruling (and the first substantive judgment of the Court of Appeal (CoA) of the Unified Patent Court), the CoA has overturned a widely reported decision of the Munich...

Receiving a TM7a or opposition notice can feel overwhelming, but it’s often just an early indication that someone wants more time to assess your trade mark.

Intellectual property (IP) is one of the most valuable assets a business can hold. Patents, trade marks, copyrights, and trade secrets are not just legal formalities, they are hugely valuable strategic tools...

Dupe culture has evolved from counterfeit products to influencers actively promoting fakes on social media, creating significant challenges for brands. This trend raises legal, ethical, and economic concerns...