Philippines Launches First Creative Ecosystem National Diagnostic Report with WIPO
The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), together with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL), and the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA), recently released the first Philippines Creative Ecosystem National Diagnostic Report in Manila. This publication introduces the Creative Economy Data Model (CEDM). WIPO built this analytical framework […]
WIPO and SIPO Launch First IP Management Clinic for Slovenian SMEs
LJUBLJANA, June 11, 2026, The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the Slovenian Intellectual Property Office (SIPO) just initiated a new phase of institutional cooperation. It’s a direct effort to support local businesses. The two organizations launched the first WIPO and SIPO IP Management Clinic in Ljubljana to deliver specialized legal and strategic guidance to […]
USPTO Appoints Deborah Stephens as Permanent Chief Information Officer
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has officially named Deborah Stephens as its permanent Chief Information Officer (CIO). She previously held the role in an interim capacity as the Acting CIO. In her official role as the USPTO Chief Information Officer, she serves as the principal advisor to the agency on the design, […]
TNA Wrestling Files Trademark for Wicked Garden
Managing intellectual property assets is a constant necessity in the professional wrestling industry. If you don’t secure your creative concepts, competitors will exploit them. That’s why on June 17, 2026, TNA Wrestling files trademark paperwork with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). This specific application seeks protection for the term “Wicked Garden,” a […]
WIPO Finance Pilot Project in Colombia in Colombia Through New MOU
The World Intellectual Property Organization has taken a major step to integrate intangible assets into commercial banking. On June 3, 2026, the organization signed an agreement WIPO Finance Pilot Project in Colombia. This initiative is formalized through a WIPO memorandum of understanding signed in Bogotá. The agreement sets up a trilateral framework between the international agency, […]
WIPO Intellectual Property Launches Benchbook for Nigerian Judiciary to Strengthen IP Adjudication
The World Intellectual Property Organization just introduced a new legal resource tailored for the Nigerian court system. It’s a major shift for the administration of justice in Sub-Saharan Africa. The official release of the WIPO Intellectual Property Benchbook provides jurisdiction-specific guidance for judicial officers handling complex commercial disputes. Developed with the National Judicial Institute, this […]
How Indian Courts Are Handling AI Copyright Cases?
The surge in generative technology has forced the Indian judiciary into a difficult position where legacy statutes clash with modern software. As artificial intelligence generates art, text, and code, our legal framework faces intense scrutiny. The primary conflict centers on whether a non-human entity can qualify as an owner under the Copyright Act, 1957. Currently, […]
PCT Application Mistakes: How to Protect Your Global Filing Date in 2026
Protecting your inventions across the globe is a tough job, even for those with plenty of experience. The Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) allows you to seek patent rights in over 150 countries with a single “international” application. However, because the rules are so detailed, the common PCT Application Mistakes can put your entire worldwide strategy […]
CGPDTM Recruitment 2026: Latest Government IP Jobs for Legal and Technical Professionals
The Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and TradeMarks (CGPDTM) has released an official notification inviting applications for various professional positions. The CGPDTM Recruitment 2026 is designed to attract competent legal and technical professionals to manage the growing volume of intellectual property applications in India. Operating under the Department for Promotion of Industry […]
WIPO Internship for Students and Graduates: New Opportunity at the WIPO Japan Office
The World Intellectual Property Organization is the global forum for intellectual property services, policy, and cooperation. As a United Nations specialized agency, it administers international treaties that protect innovation and creativity worldwide. To support these legal and administrative frameworks at a national level, the organization relies on its external network. The WIPO Japan Office in […]