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After registered protection is obtained, how can an IP right holder further develop and strengthen a brand? One way is by developing a family of marks.

EUIPO and DG TAXUD have published their annual report on anti-counterfeiting measures and statistics in the European Union in 2022. Here, we summarise some of its key findings.

Although widely used in branding, slogan trademarks can be challenging to register. Find out how to satisfy criteria for their registration in the EU

CNIPA has just published new regulations implementing its Patent Law and new examination guidelines. We explain what this means for companies planning to file patents in China.

Is ambush marketing harmless fun or harmful IP infringement? Read our article to weigh the risks and opportunities.

As sports lovers worldwide eagerly await the launch of the 2024 Olympics in Paris this July and August, a complex game of IP protection is unfolding behind the scenes.

As another year starts, it is a good time to reflect on the changes to the IP landscape. Discover three changes that are likely to affect IP owners in 2024.

We explore out what brands and influencers need to know about the legal and IP requirements of influencer marketing.

In November 2023, the EU General Court considered the likelihood of confusion between the trademark application for 'Nivea Skin-Identical Q10' and the existing 'SkinIdent' registration.

Negotiators from the European Parliament and the Council of the EU have reached a political agreement on the reform of EU Geographical Indications for agricultural products, wines and spirits.

Amazon becomes the first online marketplace to join the IP Enforcement Portal created by EUIPO to exchange information related to IP enforcement.

Looking to protect a product’s appearance? From copyright to design registrations, we set out the options for protecting a design in Europe.

New UK IP Address for Service rules and updated regulations for IP professionals are coming into effect in the UK. Find out what it means for IP rights holders.

From trademark availability search to registration. We explain when to conduct trademark use searches, known as in-use verification searches.

The Enlarged Board of Appeal (EBA) at the European Patent Office (EPO) has issued its much-awaited decision in the consolidated cases G1/22 and G2/22.

The Nice Classification systems enables you to determine which goods and services you should use in trademark searches.

Which variations of trademark use are authorised for figurative trademarks? A recent EUIPO ruling illustrates what constitutes a “permissible variation” for trademark use.

From 1 November 2023, recipients of EPO communications will no longer be able to benefit from the additional 10-day response period (known as the EPO 10 day rule).

The UK GI scheme has granted protection to Welsh Whisky. Find out how to gain GI and related trademark protection going forward in both the UK and the EU.

Use of artificial intelligence (AI) to generate images, text, video and music has led to several generative AI and copyright disputes.