We refer to our mailshot earlier this year which discussed the protection of intellectual property rights and the prevention of infringing or counterfeit goods from crossing borders...

Whilst we encourage IP rights holders to take a proactive approach by filing Customs Applications for Action in order to help to combat the impact of counterfeit goods...

Whether you're a start-up or an established business, this recording gives valuable advice to align your IP portfolio with your business strategy and increase company valuation...

The EPO Enlarged Board of Appeal's preliminary opinion on G 1/23 suggests overturning G 1/92, concluding that a publicly available product constitutes prior art, even if its composition is irreproducible. This could impact patent strategies across various industries, pending a final decision.

Women are still vastly underrepresented in patent filings, being named inventors for less than 18% of international patent applications. Amelia Ross explores more about the gender gap in her latest article.

If a cloned UK trade mark right is challenged for non-use, use of that mark in the EU currently counts towards demonstrating genuine use.

The UKIPO has issued a new Practice Amendment Notice (PAN 1/25) in response to the Supreme Court's landmark ruling in the case SkyKick UK Ltd v Sky Ltd (2024 UKSC 36).

Recently the Irish government reaffirmed its commitment to participate in the European Unitary Patent system and Unified Patent Court (UPC) and to hold a referendum to enable Ireland to do so.

Transport for London's public transport system relies on valuable intellectual property rights, with the iconic London Underground map serving as a prime example of copyright protection in action. Since Harry Beck's revolutionary 1933 design, the map has remained a protected asset, with licensing carefully managed to preserve its integrity while allowing commercial use.

Choosing a unique trade mark is important in any field; however, the pharmaceutical industry features some unique trade mark challenges.

Gemma joined Keltie in 2018 and is passionate about social mobility, working to promote the IP profession to underrepresented groups. Now, as a partner, she's passionate about paving the way for future leaders to embrace their unique journeys. Here is her story.

A UPC Court of Appeal decision confirmed that Ireland remains outside the Unified Patent Court's jurisdiction until it ratifies the UPC Agreement, overruling a prior Local Division decision that suggested otherwise. Ireland remains unaffected until a pending referendum.

Ireland is emerging as a leader in the world of nanotechnology and Medtech, positioning itself as a hub for innovation and research. Keltie's Seán Ryan delves...

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued revised guidance on inventorship for AI-assisted inventions.

Chelsea and England international footballer Cole Palmer may have endured a frustrating, injury plagued start to the football season; however, he has enjoyed a recent win off the pitch, securing UK trade mark registrations...

A trade mark is a sign capable of distinguishing the goods or services of one business from those of another. They can include words, logos, slogans, shapes, and even colours.

While the initial effects of Brexit on trade mark and design registrations are baked into our consciousness, one noteworthy aspect will only take effect at the start of next year.

Just a few weeks after flooring the accelerator, the Irish government has slammed the brakes on the planned UPC referendum.

The increase is set to apply to trade marks, registered designs, and patents, and the average increase will be around 25%. This is the first time since 1998...

The UK Intellectual Property Office has released new guidance for examining patent applications involving computer-implemented inventions and AI, marking a significant shift away from the longstanding Aerotel test. This change aligns UK patent examination more closely with European Patent Office practices while maintaining distinct differences in how inventive step is assessed, potentially impacting how technical contributions are evaluated for AI and software inventions.