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Omnia v Sidel: UPC Opens The Door To Pre-Patent Grant Actions

The Paris Central Division has ruled that UPC actions can be filed for patent applications nearing grant, potentially invalidating opt-outs filed after proceedings commence. This decision raises critical questions about the timing of opt-out filings and the scope of UPC jurisdiction over pending applications.

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Potter Clarkson

Helping A Leading Am Law 50 Intellectual Property Firm Simplify Global Patent Filing

For leading intellectual property law firms, managing global patent portfolios requires far more than accurate translation. Every filing must align with jurisdiction-specific requirements, strict deadlines, client budgets...

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Questel

How Artificial Intelligence Is Transforming Translation Workflows

Artificial intelligence translation is changing how organizations approach multilingual communication. By combining machine learning, neural networks, and large language models (LLMs), AI-powered translation technologies...

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Questel

Miniaturisation And Patentability: Why Scaling Down A Product Is Not Enough To Qualify As A Patentable Invention

Modern engineering increasingly prioritizes making products smaller, lighter, and more portable, but does miniaturization alone constitute a patentable invention? Patent law requires more than impressive size reduction—it demands non-obvious technical solutions to specific problems created by scaling down, such as thermal management, signal integrity, or mechanical stress challenges.

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HGF Ltd

HGF Expands Qthena For Firm-Wide Patent Practice

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Questel

Australian Patent Search: How To Access And Use IP Australia's Patent Database

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Questel

Artificial Intelligence For Patents: How AI Is Redefining Innovation Intelligence

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Questel

LD Paris, August 19, 2026, Infringement Action With Conditional Counterclaim For Revocation, UPC_CFI_301/2025 And UPC_CFI_713/2025

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Bardehle Pagenberg

CoA Luxemburg, August 13, 2026, Central Revocation Action, UPC_CoA_884/2025 (Appeal From UPC_CFI_231/2024)

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Bardehle Pagenberg

UPC Paris LD Holds Onto Jurisdiction Finding PI And Decision On The Merits Applications (And Revocation + DNI) Are Not The Same Cause Of Action

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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP

UPC Action Permissibly Lodged Prior To The Grant Of A European Patent

European Union IP

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Finnegan, Henderson, Farabow, Garrett & Dunner, LLP

UPC Confirms Admissibility Of Request To Increase Security For Costs

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Marks & Clerk

LD Paris, July 30, 2026, Order Concerning A Preliminary Objection, UPC-CFI-1901/2026

France Litigation

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Bardehle Pagenberg

LD Paris, July 18, 2026, Time Extension Request, UPC_CFI_1963/2025, UPC_CFI_1247/2026

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Bardehle Pagenberg

Efficiency Redefined: Expedite Bulk Trademark Screening With Markify And Qthena

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Questel

LD Paris, August 19, 2026, Infringement Action With Conditional Counterclaim For Revocation, UPC_CFI_301/2025 And UPC_CFI_713/2025

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Bardehle Pagenberg

Le piratage de la DGFIP : entre prévention indispensable et vigilance nécessaire face aux tentatives d’hameçonnage

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Delsol Avocats

Démarchage téléphonique : ce que le consentement préalable va changer pour les acteurs de l’assurance

France Insurance

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Haas Avocats

Australian Patent Search: How To Access And Use IP Australia's Patent Database

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Questel

LD Paris, July 29, 2026, Order On Subsequent Request To Amend The Patent And On Late Submissions, UPC_CFI_530/2025

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Bardehle Pagenberg

[AI Patent Software Reviews] Why GreyB Values Orbit Intelligence For AI-Powered Patent Research

For organizations conducting large volumes of patent research and analytics, efficiency, accuracy, and access to reliable data are critical. Director Deepak Syal explains why and how GreyB Services Pte. Ltd.

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Questel

Brevet et secret des affaires : les risques d’une divulgation publique

Le 21 avril 2026, IAM a rendu compte d'une décision importante de la Cour d'appel fédérale des États-Unis (Federal Circuit) dans un litige opposant International Medical Devices à plusieurs défendeurs impliqués dans le développement d'un implant médical à visée esthétique.

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Novagraaf Group

[AI Patent Software Reviews] How Italdesign Trusts Orbit Intelligence For Faster, AI-Powered Prior Art Identification

As one of the world's leading automotive design and engineering companies, Italdesign-Giugiaro S.p.A. relies on innovation to maintain its competitive edge. Managing intellectual property (IP) efficiently is therefore a critical component of its innovation strategy, as IPR Manager Vincenzo Zecchino explains.

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Questel

Enovix Selects Questel’s IP Intelligence Software: Orbit Intelligence

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Questel

LD Paris, July 20, 2026, Order – Modification Of Security For Costs (R. 158 RoP), UPC_CFI_530/2025

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Bardehle Pagenberg

Questel’s Orbit Intelligence Selected By HORIBA ABX SAS To Strengthen Its Patent Intelligence Capabilities

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Questel

Questel Joins ASEAN IP Offices To Facilitate Access To IP Data And Software

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Questel

Giesecke+Devrient Selects Questel's Qthena To Enhance Patent Prosecution Efficiency And Collaboration

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Questel

Fideon Selects Questel's Equinox Law Firm To Streamline IP Management

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Questel

[Blog] « Data Desk » : une nouvelle plateforme d’analyse des données brevets

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Novagraaf Group

Innovation : l’INPI dévoile la première étude sur les start-ups françaises de la greentech

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Delsol Avocats

[Blog] L’OEB publie une étude sur les licences FRAND des brevets essentiels à une norme

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Novagraaf Group

[Blog] EUIPO : les dépôts de marques de l'UE en hausse

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Novagraaf Group

[Blog] « Data Desk » : une nouvelle plateforme d’analyse des données brevets

Novagraaf serves as a comprehensive partner for intellectual property strategy, protection, and defense. Subscribe to their monthly Perspectives newsletter to access expert advice, webinars, and exclusive content on IP matters.

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Novagraaf Group

Innovation : l’INPI dévoile la première étude sur les start-ups françaises de la greentech

L'Institut national de la propriété industrielle révèle comment les start-up françaises du secteur greentech utilisent les brevets comme levier stratégique. L'étude analyse 2 837 entreprises labellisées entre 2014 et 2024, examinant les corrélations entre protection intellectuelle, capacité de financement et développement international. Les données montrent des écarts significatifs de performance entre les entreprises déposantes et non-d&

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Delsol Avocats

[Blog] L’OEB publie une étude sur les licences FRAND des brevets essentiels à une norme

Novagraaf serves as a comprehensive partner for intellectual property strategy, protection, and defense. Subscribe to their monthly Perspectives newsletter to access expert advice, webinars, and exclusive content on IP matters.

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Novagraaf Group

[Blog] EUIPO : les dépôts de marques de l'UE en hausse

Novagraaf serves as a comprehensive partner for intellectual property strategy, protection, and defense. The firm offers expert guidance through monthly newsletters, webinars, and exclusive content to help clients navigate the complexities of IP management and enforcement.

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Novagraaf Group

[AI Patent Software Reviews] Why Scitech Trusts Orbit Intelligence For High‑Quality Patent Research

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Questel

[Blog] Réforme du « Paquet Modèles » : Ce qui change au 1er juillet 2026

La réforme du « Paquet Modèles » introduit des changements significatifs dans le système européen de protection des dessins et modèles. Quelles sont les nouvelles dispositions qui entreront en vigueur et comment impacteront-elles les stratégies de protection des entreprises ? Cette analyse détaille les modifications réglementaires à anticiper.

European Union IP

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Novagraaf Group

[Blog] Porcelaine de Limoges : première IG artisanale enregistrée par l’EUIPO

Novagraaf serves as a comprehensive partner for intellectual property strategy, protection, and defense. Subscribe to their monthly Perspectives newsletter to access expert advice, webinars, and exclusive content on IP matters.

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Novagraaf Group

Questel And PioneerIP Partner To Bring AI-Powered Patent-To-Product Mapping To IP Teams

PARIS, FRANCE and TORONTO, CANADA – June 30, 2026—Questel, a global leader in intellectual property (IP) software and services, and PioneerIP, an AI-powered patent intelligence company, today announced a strategic partnership to bring patent-to-product mapping into the hands of IP professionals through an integrated workflow designed to support licensing, enforcement, and portfolio strategy

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Questel

Patent Medications: From Historical Remedies To Modern Drug Protection

The phrase "patent medications" carries two very different meanings depending on the century you're standing in. In the 1800s, it described bottled tonics promising miracle cures.

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Questel

How Leading IP Teams Address Common Patent Filing Challenges

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Questel

[Blog] Argentine : l’INPI simplifie les transferts de droits de PI

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Novagraaf Group

UNOX Selects Questel’s Orbit Intelligence To Strengthen Its Innovation And Patent Strategy

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Questel

[Blog] Patagonia v. Pattie Gonia: lorsque la défense d'une marque vire au tollé général

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Novagraaf Group

Questel Announces Cantaluppi & Partners Has Selected Orbit Intelligence For Advanced Reporting Capabilities

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Questel

Can You Patent A Slogan? Understanding Trademark Protection For Phrases

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Questel

The Top 5 FTO Pain Points Patent Professionals Face Today, And How AI Is Changing The Workflow

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Questel

How Long Does A Patent Last? Duration, Expiry & Extensions

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Questel

[Blog] Domaines .RU, .РФ, .SU : nouvelles règles dès septembre 2026

European Union IP

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Novagraaf Group

Intellectual Property Classification: Systems, Structure, And Strategic Value

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Questel

Questel Announces BLUESHIFT IP Has Selected Orbit Intelligence And Qthena

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Questel

LD Paris, May 29, 2026, Decision On The Merits, UPC_CFI_130/2025

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Bardehle Pagenberg

[Blog] JUB - lancement du centre de médiation des litiges brevets (PMAC)

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Novagraaf Group

[Blog] Circularité des batteries : l’AIE et l’OEB analysent 16 000 inventions brevetées

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Novagraaf Group

[Blog] L’OEB renforce l’usage de l’IA dans l’examen des brevets

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Novagraaf Group

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3% Tax On Your Software & IP Income? The Cyprus IP Box Explained (Video)

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CYAUSE Audit Services Ltd

From Manual To Mindful: The Benefits Of Integrating Intellectual Property And AI Systems (Video)

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Questel

IP Quick Tip: The Limits Of UPC Cross-border Powers (Video)

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Bardehle Pagenberg

Generative KI Und Umwandlung Von Ausländischen Patentanmeldungen In UPC-Gerichtsfeste Patente – Vortrag Auf Dem Forum Von Bayern Innovativ Am Deutschen Patent- Und Markenamt (DPMA) (Video)

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Schweiger & Partners

Artificial Intelligence Patent Case Law Walkthrough (Video)

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Bardehle Pagenberg

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