Europe: Intellectual Property

RNA-based therapies represent a rapidly evolving frontier in biotechnology, but the increasingly crowded innovation space presents complex intellectual property challenges that many developers overlook until it's too late.

Paris, France – June 18 — Questel, a global leader in intellectual property (IP) solutions, is pleased to announce that UNOX has selected Orbit Intelligence to support its patent intelligence and innovation strategy.

After years of anticipation, the Unified Patent Court (UPC) has now had three years to shape the future of European patent litigation. Its early case law reveals a deliberate effort to move beyond national traditions and develop an autonomous approach to patent interpretation.

Market data from providers requiring confidentiality qualifies as confidential information under R. 262.2, R. 262A.1 RoP and Art. 58 UPCA, extending beyond trade secrets per Art. 39(2) TRIPS

Germany's Federal Cabinet has approved a draft bill modernizing the country's product liability framework for the first time since 1989, expanding liability to cover software and AI systems while introducing new evidentiary rules that shift the burden of proof toward manufacturers. The reform extends potential liability to a broader range of economic operators, including online marketplace providers and fulfillment service providers, while establishing extensive disclosure obligations for defendants in prod

When key employees with access to proprietary technology and trade secrets depart for competitors, employers face significant risks of confidential information misappropriation. The recent case of Vertical Aerospace Group Ltd v Ngoma demonstrates how imaging orders can preserve critical evidence from devices and cloud accounts, while also revealing the careful balance courts strike between protecting legitimate business interests and respecting employee rights during the disclosure process.

The challenge lies in navigating the space between brand extension (growing a brand’s reach into new areas) and brand overstretch, which can alienate both new and existing loyal consumers.

The Turkish game industry has experienced remarkable growth over the past decade, positioning itself as one of the most promising sectors within the technology ecosystem. A growing number of successful Turkish companies are drawing strong interest from foreign investors. As these ventures bloom, they often become the subject of M&A transactions. As it is the core asset in a gaming company, IP should be well-managed from the early stages of the venture.

Marka lisans sözleşmeleri, marka sahiplerinin ekonomik haklarını değerlendirmelerinin temel yollarından biridir. İnhisari ve inhisari olmayan lisans türleri arasındaki farklar, tarafların hak ve yükümlülüklerini doğrudan etkiler. Bu çalışma, her iki lisans türünün hukuki niteliğini, şekil şartlarını ve özellikle dava açma yetkisi bakımından temel farklıl&

The challenge lies in navigating the space between brand extension (growing a brand’s reach into new areas) and brand overstretch, which can alienate both new and existing loyal consumers.

RNA-based therapies represent a rapidly evolving frontier in biotechnology, but the increasingly crowded innovation space presents complex intellectual property challenges that many developers overlook until it's too late.

Turkey's Draft Law on Digital Copyright introduces sweeping obligations for digital platforms, including automated content recognition systems, revenue-sharing mechanisms with publishers, and administrative fines reaching...