Copyright Protection for AI-Generated Artworks: Legal Perspectives
The rapid proliferation of generative artificial intelligence (AI) has fundamentally challenged traditional legal frameworks surrounding IP protection. As AI systems become capable of producing high-fidelity visual art, the global legal community is grappling with a central question: can a non-human entity be recognized as an author under existing statutes? This article explores the current legal […]
Capacity Building in Intellectual Property for the Sri Lankan Judiciary: IP Benchbook Launch
The adjudication of intellectual property (IP) disputes requires a specialized understanding of both domestic statutes and international treaties. To address this need, the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) has introduced a comprehensive resource tailored for the local legal landscape. The Sri Lanka IP Benchbook Launch for the Sri Lankan Judiciary represents a significant advancement in […]
Artificial Intelligence as an Inventor: Patent Law Considerations
The transition of machine learning from a passive computational resource to an active participant in research has disrupted the foundational principles of intellectual property. As autonomous systems generate high-value technical solutions, the global legal community is grappling with the definition of authorship. Addressing the concept of Artificial Intelligence as an Inventor is no longer a […]
WIPO China Shanghai Service Administers Over 200 Foreign-Related Intellectual Property Cases
The WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Shanghai Service achieved an important milestone in its operational history, having handled 220 foreign-related WIPO China IP cases as of December 31, 2025. Since its launch in the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone in October 2020, the service has served as a specialized arena for resolving complicated international legal […]
Great Opportunity for Graduated Students at WIPO – WIPO Opens Applications for PCT Fellowship Program 2026
WIPO has officially announced the opening of applications for the 2026 PCT Fellowship Program for Graduate Students. This prestigious initiative offers advanced students and recent graduates a unique opportunity to gain practical experience within the International Patent System. By participating in the PCT Fellowship Program applications process, candidates can contribute to the technical precision required […]
Expanding European Market Access: EPO and IP Australia PCT Pilot Starts 1 March 2026
The European Patent Office (EPO) and IP Australia have confirmed the implementation of a joint pilot programme, scheduled to commence on 1 March 2026. This EPO and IP Australia PCT pilot programme allows Australian patent applicants to designate the EPO as their International Searching Authority (ISA) and International Preliminary Examining Authority (IPEA) when filing under […]
The End of Anonymous Fraud? India’s Bold Move Against Domain Name Frauds and Misuse
The threat of cyber-squatting and illegal Domain Name frauds has become a global crisis in a digital age where a brand’s online identity is its most precious asset. In the case of Colgate Palmolive Company & Anr v., the Delhi High Court recently issued a landmark decision that established a new benchmark for IP protection. […]
How Multinational Corporations (MNCs) Navigate International Patent Law to Protect Global Innovation
In an era when innovation is the main engine of growth, international corporations face a difficult challenge: how to secure their discoveries across several legal landscapes. Unlike physical products that may be secured in a vault, intellectual property is intangible and inherently susceptible as it travels across borders. Understanding International IP laws for Patent filing […]
Thailand Takes the Lead in Southeast Asia by Launching a Revolutionary Upgraded WIPO IP Course for Professionals
Thailand has officially established itself as a regional leader in the fields of innovation and legal education. By becoming the first member of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to launch the Thailand WIPO IP Course on Intellectual Property (DL101-TH) in a national language, the country is clearly sending a message to the Global […]
Essential Information on UKIPO Fee Increases – Effective from April 2026
We got an update regarding the UKIPO fee increases April 2026. A new fee system will be implemented on April 1, 2026, following years of price stability, according to the UK Intellectual Property Office (IPO). Trademark fees have not changed since 1998, this revision represents the first time in almost 3 decades that some expenses […]
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