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ERA IP-focused events and courses return with 25% discount for IPKat readers

The IPKat

Over the next few months, the following will take place and IPKat readers will have an opportunity to enroll with a 25% discount in the registration fees: Summer Course on European Intellectual Property Law Trier, 1-5 July 2024 This course will provide a thorough introduction to European intellectual property law.

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Instead of Shining a Light on Dark Patterns, New FTC Report Leaves Many Questions Unanswered

LexBlog IP

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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PRESS RELEASE: Atlanta Wins USPTO Southeast Regional Office: A Leap in Innovation and Growth

LexBlog IP

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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The 14th Public Commission Meeting – Dark Patterns, Imposter Rulemaking and Yet Another Policy Statement

LexBlog IP

For those of us with long memories, you may recall that back in April 2021, the FTC conducted a workshop on dark patterns , exploring “ways in which user interfaces can have the effect, intentionally or unintentionally, of obscuring, subverting, or impairing consumer autonomy, decision-making, or choice.”

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The Danger of Dark Patterns

LexBlog IP

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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OM Weekly Digest 07/08/22

Olartemoure Blog

As Public PAIR’s successor, the Patent Center will include several enhanced features allowing users to search publicly available information by application, patent, Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT), publication, and/or international design registration number. 07/08/22 – Data Privacy. Original source in Spanish. First Name.

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Auld Lang Syne 2021 – Significant Events of the Past Year

LexBlog IP

Maneesha Mithal, associate director, Division of Privacy and Identity Protection, resigned, as did Frank Gorman, a 23-year veteran and most recently acting deputy director of the Bureau of Consumer Protection (BCP). Things really accelerated this year with the appointment of new political leadership at the FTC.