Protecting IP is crucial as agriculture develops innovative techniques and technologies that improve productivity, sustainability, and resilience and move farming to net zero.

Despite being an enthusiastic participant in the European Union, Ireland has sat on the sidelines of the EU's Unified Patent Court (‘UPC') project so far.

Organisations often hesitate to invest in trade mark watching services due to concerns about unpredictable costs and whether every alert will trigger additional fees. This article examines the structure of trade mark watching services, clarifying what is typically included in the annual fee versus when additional charges may arise, and provides guidance on establishing a cost-effective monitoring framework.

The launch of OpenAI's ChatGPT in November 2022 brought generative AI to the forefront, transforming how people work and create.

It is rare for an abuse of process case to be heard before the UK IPO, but that is what has happened recently. In August 2024, the UK IPO's Tribunal upheld applications by Apple Inc ("Apple") to strike out invalidity actions...

Kawasaki's hydrogen-powered Ninja H2 motorcycle may look like an impractical concept with bulky tanks and limited infrastructure, but the real story lies beneath the surface. Through a detailed examination of patent filings and engineering developments, this analysis reveals how the motorcycle manufacturer is using the H2 platform as a rolling laboratory to solve fundamental challenges in alternative propulsion systems, from energy storage to fuel delivery mechanisms.

The UK WaterRower Decision diverges from EU standards, reinforcing a higher threshold for 3D copyright protection by emphasizing "artistic craftsmanship." Aesthetic appeal alone is insufficient.

For many years, counterfeits were viewed as a problem primarily affecting luxury brands. Typically associated with fake designer handbags sold in street markets, enforcement strategies focused on identifying and dismantling relatively limited networks of infringers.

Intellectual property (IP) plays a pivotal role in driving innovation, fostering economic growth, and securing the competitive edge for companies.

Investors often discover during due diligence that startups do not fully own, control, or protect their most valuable assets. From missing assignment agreements to undisclosed open-source obligations, these common intellectual property pitfalls can delay transactions, reduce valuations, or derail funding rounds entirely. Understanding these five critical IP issues before a funding round begins can help both investors and founders reduce risk and preserve value.

The Latin American legal profession faces a critical challenge in translating legislative progress on LGBTQ+ rights into genuine workplace inclusion. While some countries have advanced equal marriage laws and corporate diversity initiatives, a significant gap persists between formal policies and the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ legal professionals who navigate hierarchical, traditional structures where visibility can still pose professional risks.

There are a number of "types" of trade marks, whether it is a word mark, a figurative mark, a colour mark, a holographic mark, a sound mark, etc, and these are often discussed.

The unitary patent system represents possibly the biggest change to the European patent landscape in decades.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup demonstrates how intellectual property rights underpin modern football technology, from Hawk-Eye's patented camera systems enabling VAR and goal-line decisions to Adidas's sensor-equipped Trionda ball featuring real-time data transmission. This examination reveals the sophisticated patent portfolios, trade mark strategies, and licensing arrangements that transform sporting innovation into commercial success across global markets.