The IPKat

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Opportunities Call for papers - Workshop on Intellectual Property Rights in Szeged (WIPS) In connection with the 6th annual Workshop on Intellectual Property Rights in Szeged (WIPS), there is an ongoing call for papers to be presented at WIPS. Registration is open and can be made here.

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LexBlog IP

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

For some time now, dark patterns have been quite the trending topic for both marketers and privacy professionals. Back in April 2021, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC or Commission) conducted a workshop on dark patterns. Late last week, the FTC issued its report following up on the workshop. Scope and magnitude matter.

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 14, 2023

These programs are designed to meet varied needs, offering invaluable insights into the complexities of intellectual property law. This will enhance collaboration and knowledge exchange, enriching the city’s intellectual property landscape.

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Intellectual Property Office Blog

MARCH 29, 2022

Did you know that intellectual property (IP) is likely to play a part in the foundation of every business, generating key assets to kickstart future success? IP protection through patents, trade marks, designs and copyright can be instrumental in a business’ survival and growth. The Levelling Up White Paper – some background .

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LexBlog IP

OCTOBER 15, 2021

The Children’s Advertising Review Unit (CARU) recently held their “Kidvertising” workshop to discuss the revised CARU Advertising Guidelines , which are set to take effect on January 1, 2022. Mobile gaming and in-app marketing was a major feature of this workshop and the revised guidelines.

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 7, 2022

But, we warned, dark patterns had the potential to dramatically reshape how we look at marketing and blur if not obliterate the lines between clever marketing and unlawful marketing. Well for starters, attention to dark patterns has migrated from workshops, speeches and press releases to complaints and a consent order.

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LexBlog IP

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

This action follows the FTC’s September publication of “ Bringing Dark Patterns to Light ,” a report demonstrating companies’ increased use of design practices known as “dark patterns” to influence consumers buying behavior (the “Staff Report”). The FTC’s latest enforcement action confirms that message. What are dark patterns?

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IIPRD

MAY 4, 2023

Patenting of medical devices Medical device companies continue to value patents as the strongest form of intellectual property for their mechanical devices, such as catheters, heart valves, spinal implants, neurovascular coils and many others. More and more involve collecting data that is processed via algorithms “in the cloud”.

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 21, 2021

It recently held a workshop where academics and regulators addressed the issue. At the workshop, legal scholars, economists, and policy experts reviewed the current state of the law and economic literature on non-compete clauses in contracts between employers and employees.

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The IPKat

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

EPIP - EPIP 2022 Conference - 14 to 16 September 2022 - Cambridge, UK The EPIP Annual conference brings together scholars, including doctoral students, working on economics, management, and law with a focus on intellectual property, along with policy-makers and stakeholders. They foster an interdisciplinary exchange of knowledge.

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The IPKat

APRIL 12, 2022

This case concerns the request to invalidate Article 17(4) (b) and 17 (4) (c) of the Copyright in the Digital Single Market Directive (DSM Directive). The workshop will focus on the vital role of IP in providing incentives to individuals and companies, as a road map to develop their innovation.

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LexBlog IP

JANUARY 4, 2022

There are many things one could reflect on, but this blog is about advertising and marketing law, so we’ll stick to that. In recent weeks, over a thousand companies have received these letters, which cover a variety of advertising and marketing practices, including endorsements , business opportunities and for-profit education claims.

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Intellectual Property Office Blog

JUNE 30, 2021

There can be very few clothes designers who can create bespoke pants for every shape and size, from your youngest cousin to your grandad. But Dundee-based designer, Deborah, does exactly that as she sells clothes from sizes XXS to 6XL. She protects her designs from copycat products using intellectual property rights.

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Trading Secrets

DECEMBER 29, 2022

In particular, in December 2021, the DOJ and FTC hosted a virtual workshop that brought together policy experts and labor leaders to discuss efforts to promote competitive labor markets and worker mobility, including scrutinizing and limiting the use of restrictive covenants.

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LexBlog IP

DECEMBER 29, 2022

In particular, in December 2021, the DOJ and FTC hosted a virtual workshop that brought together policy experts and labor leaders to discuss efforts to promote competitive labor markets and worker mobility, including scrutinizing and limiting the use of restrictive covenants.

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