News & Reports
Inclusive Access to IP in Europe: From Representation to Reach
The European discussion about diversity, equity and inclusion in intellectual property (IP) is changing.
Welcoming a long-awaited member to the family: Argentina expected to join the PCT system soon
On 5 February 2026, Argentina and the United States signed an agreement on reciprocal trade and investment.
Balancing Interests in Patent Litigation: The Rise of Conditional Enforcement in China
In the complex landscape of Chinese intellectual property (IP) litigation, a "binary" system exists where patent infringement cases are heard by courts while patent validity is determined by the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA).
Italian Historical Trademarks: a matter of national interest…?
In the light of its companies’ historic, long-standing heritage, Italy is trying to regulate specific legal instruments treating them as national strategic assets
Reform of the Japanese Patent Linkage System
Historically, Japan's patent linkage system was governed by an administrative notification issued in 2009, often referred to as the "Two Directors’ Notification".
Kazakhstan Amends Several Key IP Acts
On 24 November 2025, Kazakhstan’s Head of State signed Law No. 233-VIII, introducing amendments to the Law On Trade Marks, Service Marks, Geographical Indications and Appellations of Origin of Goods.