Organisation: European Commission

Joint European Commission-EUIPO report on detentions of products infringing industrial and IP rights

Detentions of goods suspected of infringing industrial and IP rights at the EU border decreased by 15% compared to 2021. However, the value of the products increased by 11%.

08 February 2024

New foreign GI regulations take effect in China, with some contradictions

Local experts unpick the differences between two regulations on the registration, administration and protection of geographical indications, set to enter into effect today.

01 February 2024

ZARA gift cards: CJEU clarifies scope of ‘referential’ use of third-party trademarks

The CJEU has clarified the scope of Article 6(1)(c) of Directive 2008/95 in light of the change in wording introduced by Directive 2015/2436.

29 January 2024

Thierry Breton

Featured in WTR and IAM Special Report Q4 2023: IP Disruptors 2024: The companies and people driving change and upending IP norms

25 January 2024

2024 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for the EUIPO, and users must remain front of mind

This week we reported on concerns over the transparency of selection processes for senior leadership roles at the EUIPO. As the debate continues, and the office embarks on a busy year, it is critical that users remain central to all its endeavours.

20 January 2024

EU loses €16 billion a year to fake clothing, cosmetics and toys, EUIPO report finds

Counterfeit clothing, toys and cosmetics cost the European Union roughly €16 billion and 200,000 jobs a year between 2018 and 2021, a new EUIPO report estimates.

18 January 2024

EUIPO faces complaints over leadership selection process

A former candidate in the EUIPO leadership race has voiced concerns over the transparency of the selection process, following a complaint filed at the European Anti-fraud Office.

16 January 2024

What impact will the EU Digital Services Act have on global e-commerce in 2024?

Corsearch director, brand protection and head of intellectual property Mike Sweeney examines the wide-reaching effects of the EU Digital Services Act on IP protection and e-commerce.

01 January 2024

Brand protection at the Czech border: insights and strategies from the front line

Featured in Border and customs protection around the world

In our ongoing series, our attention turns to the Czech Republic, delving into the complexities of brand protection challenges and optimal solutions at the nation's borders and entry points.

14 December 2023

Brand protection at the Spanish border: insights and strategies from the front line

Featured in Border and customs protection around the world

In our ongoing series, our focus shifts to Spain, delving into the intricacies of brand protection challenges and optimal solutions at the nation's borders and entry points.

08 December 2023