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[Let's e-Meet!] Free 30-Minute Consultation with our IP Business Advisor

Increasing numbers of companies are operating in international environments. When expanding into fresh markets, it’s essential to consider protecting your assets, especially your intellectual property (IP) rights (such as patents, trade marks, designs, copyrights, etc.).

CHINA: IP Agents Fined for Filing Coronavirus-Related Marks in Bad Faith in China
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IP Agents Fined for Filing Coronavirus-Related Marks in Bad Faith in China

On March 4, 2020, China’s National Intellectual Property Administration (NIPA) instructed its local branches to strengthen measures against intellectual property (IP) agents who applied in bad faith for trademarks relating to COVID-19. Some agents have been fined with a maximum penalty of RMB 100,00

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European Parliament outlines necessary steps in IP reform efforts

On Thursday, the European Parliament has adopted with an overwhelming majority a report on the European Commission's "EU Intellectual Property Action Plan". This presents an important step forward in addressing weaknesses in the current intellectual property system.

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Quantum technology patents in the space sector take off

A joint study by EPO, ESPI and ESA reveals the growth of patent filings (2001-2020) for quantum technologies, which are used in space technologies for earth observation, navigation and communication.