As part of a broader bid to remove obstacles to patents, director Squires clarifies how examiners, applicants and ...

The move could unlock billions in life sciences collaborations and position the UK to rival the US and China. But turning a famously conservative, patient-safety-first institution into a commercially ...

Waterproof robe brand prevails at a UK court, setting a strategic blueprint for descriptive brands to protect their ...

A Finnish wearable fitness gadget company has lost its bid to overturn the invalidation of a key patent, with the US Federal ...

Court applies standard originality test to functional objects, but sparks debate with new ‘recognisability’ test for ...

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1 November 2025 In his first public remarks since becoming the USPTO director, a bombastic John Squires promises an agency “in overdrive” that's doubling down on AI, reports Sarah Speight.

Firm adds ex- DLA Piper litigator, who brings “deep technical experience” and “a proven track record” in complex patent and ...

With billions of dollars at stake and repercussions across the global digital ecosystem, the ruling could influence the future scope of ISP responsibilities and liability worldwide. If you don't have ...

Full-service firm Kangxin has established itself as a leader in China’s IP industry, with businesses ranging from startups to Fortune 500 multinationals going to the firm for advice. Kangxin has been ...

UK domain management firm Com Laude’s massive purchase of US rival Markmonitor signals a new era where the domain name is a ...