Industry & Regulatory Bodies
Seize the day on IP tax breaks, says expert
As R&D Expenditure Credit and the Patent Box finally come into effect, accounting specialist says it is up to as many businesses as possible to use the facilities in order to stimulate innovation...  »
Bale’s goal celebration spurs branding campaign
Star footballer in bid to register offbeat design as his personal symbol, with numerous goods in scorer’s sights...  »
Software to crack quality code at EPO and beyond
Technology is on the rise at the European Patent Office – and principal director Ciarán McGinley is excited about the benefits it will bring to the organisation’s stakeholders, writes Matt Packer...  »
Protecting an economic victory in China
The national IP office of the biggest nation has beaten its US counterpart to become the world’s top filing location. But that success stems from an even wider transformation across China’s econom....  »
Cyberspace sourpuss Grumpy Cat in a mood for trademarks
Smash-hit internet ‘meme’ gets claws into brand protection issues, following six-month reign of misery over social networks...  »
Leveraging an edge on the America Invents Act
NewLegal Review explores how IP management technology gives IP owners the flexibility they need to adapt to legislative changes...  »
General counsel emerging at strategic heart of corporations
A KPMG report has found that in-house lawyers are enjoying higher boardroom visibility – particularly in IP-rich organisations, writes Jo Russell...  »
Tipping point arrives for America Invents Act
Paradigm shift in US patent system ready to take effect, bringing fundamental change to the filing process as well as the fee structure, writes Matt Packer...  »
Watershed for ABS firms as BT dials in
Telecoms operator wins licence to provide full litigation support for motoring claims, under new legal services brand BT Law...  »
Unite trademark case aims to dictate Waterford Crystal’s staffing strategy
‘Geographical indication’ argument used as leverage in union bid to repatriate manufacturer’s workforce...  »