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Daryl Penny shares insights on EPO oppositions, UPC litigation, team strategy, and career advice from 23+ years in patents. A must-read for those navigating European IP law.
The UPC’s 7-year transitional period (2023–2030) allows opt-outs of “classical” European patents from UPC jurisdiction. After 2030, opt-out ends, UPC gains full control unless already opted out.
The article explores how smart packaging is revolutionizing the food and beverage industry through sustainable materials, freshness tech, interactive features, and improved tracking and security.
The CJEU clarifies SPC Regulation Article 3, ruling on combination products and basic patent protection, aligning with the AG’s opinion but leaving interpretation of “invention” under Article 3(a) open.
Discover UK R&D funding for green tech beyond IP, including UKRI grants, Innovate UK competitions, Catapult schemes, KTPs, and DASA support for defence-related innovations.
The EU Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) has released details of its approach to artificial intelligence (AI) and its current use of AI
Case Overview In this Court of Appeal case ([2025] EWCA Civ 374), Safestand successfully appealed a High Court ruling that their designs
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Globally, patent protection for polymorphs continues to evolve, with different jurisdictions applying nuanced (and often inconsistent) tests for patentability. Here, we intend
This article provides a brief explanation of a “licence of right”, both in respect of a UK national or EP(UK) patent (via