Delhi High Court Issues Interim Injunction in Favor of Britannia’s ‘Little Hearts’ Trademark
The recent decision on the Britannia Little Hearts trademark case by the Delhi High Court to grant an interim injunction in favor of Britannia Industries Limited represents a landmark moment for the enforcement of Intellectual Property rights in India. This specific case centers on the protection of non-traditional trademarks and the prevention of deceptive similarities […]
Daren Tang Nominated for Second Term as WIPO Director General by Coordination Committee
On February 12, 2026, the Coordination Committee of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) formally proposed the incumbent, Mr. Daren Tang, to continue his leadership of the agency for an additional mandate. This critical procedural step reinforces the strategic trajectory established during the initial tenure of WIPO Director General and WIPO Director Daren Tang. Nomination […]
Apple Prevails Over Optis in Third Trial of 4G Wireless Patent Lawsuit
The long-standing legal battle regarding the Apple vs Optis 4G Wireless patent case has reached a significant milestone. On February 12, 2026, a federal jury in Marshall, Texas, delivered a verdict in favor of Apple Inc., concluding the third trial concerning allegations of patent infringement related to 4G LTE wireless technology. This decision marks a […]
Zydus Life and Astellas Patent Dispute Settlement: A $120 Million Resolution
The landscape of pharmaceutical intellectual property is often defined by the rigorous defense of proprietary formulations and the strategic entry of generic alternatives. Recently, a major milestone was reached in this arena as the U.S. unit of Zydus Lifesciences finalized a significant agreement with Astellas Pharma. The Zydus and Astellas Patent Dispute Settlement involves a […]
UK Supreme Court Delivers Landmark Judgment on AI and Software Patentability
The legal framework governing digital innovation has reached a transformative juncture following the recent UK Supreme Court patent judgment in the case of Emotional Perception v. Comptroller General of Patents, Designs and Trademark. This decision represents a decisive move away from nearly two decades of restrictive judicial interpretation regarding the eligibility of software and Artificial […]
WIPO Launches its First IP Management Clinic in the Philippines
The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), in collaboration with the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL), has officially inaugurated the WIPO IP Management Clinic Philippines. This strategic initiative, supported by the Funds-in-Trust Japan Industrial Property Global, marks a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to institutionalize a robust intellectual property (IP) framework for Micro, […]
Anthropic vs Anthropic: Karnataka Startup Files Trademark Suit Against US AI Company
The landscape of Intellectual Property (IP) in India is witnessing a significant legal confrontation as a Bengaluru-based startup takes on the US-based artificial intelligence giant, Anthropic PBC. This dispute, centered on the rights to the name “Anthropic,” highlights the complexities of brand identity in a globalized digital economy. As the Anthropic trademark case unfolds in […]
Lupin and Astellas Settle Mirabegron Patent Dispute for $90 Million
In a major industry move, Lupin Limited has settled its legal battle with Astellas Pharma over the generic version of the overactive bladder drug, Mirabegron. This Lupin and Astellas patent dispute settlement requires Lupin to pay a total of $90 million. By reaching this agreement, both companies have ended the IP litigation that previously threatened […]
New DPIIT Gazette Notification 2026: Defining DeepTech Startups and Revised Turnover Limits
The Indian startup ecosystem has reached a pivotal turning point with the release of the DPIIT Gazette Notification 2026. Issued by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry on February 4, 2026, this notification introduces a formal legal framework for a specialized class of innovation: DPIIT DeepTech startups. By moving away from a uniform approach for […]
Mark Cuban Warns: AI will make Companies Stop Filing for Patents
The landscape of innovation is facing a seismic shift as Artificial Intelligence (AI) redefines the value of traditional legal IP protections. Mark Cuban, the billionaire entrepreneur and high-stakes investor, has issued a bold prediction: the era of the patent filing is nearing its end. According to Mark Cuban, the rapid rise of Large Language Models […]