Afghanistan: Licensing & Syndication

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EPO v UPC: How The EPO’s And UPC’s Approaches To Validity Give Us Food For Thought When Drafting And Prosecuting Patent Applications Destined For Europe (Part 1)

The Unified Patent Court's approach to claim interpretation has prompted significant changes at the European Patent Office, creating new considerations for patent drafting and prosecution. This analysis examines how recent decisions from both tribunals affect the interpretation of patent claims, particularly regarding the role of definitions in patent descriptions and their impact on claim scope.

Afghanistan IP

HGF Ltd

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EU Commission Updates Antitrust Framework For Technology Transfer Agreements

The European Commission has introduced a revised Technology Transfer Block Exemption Regulation and updated Guidelines, effective May 1, 2026, fundamentally reshaping how technology licensing agreements are assessed under EU competition law. The framework introduces significant changes including express provisions for data licensing, extended grace periods for market share thresholds, and new requirements for technology pools and collective negotiations. Companies have until April 30, 2027, to align existin

Afghanistan Anti-trust

Greenberg Traurig, LLP

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Afghanistan: Important Declaration On Recording Of Licenses In The International Register Under Madrid System For International Registration Of Marks