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AI is the solution to its own disruption: exclusive interview with MarqVision CEO

The brand protection platform's CEO insists traditional monitoring methods “simply are not sustainable” as AI provides the solution to advanced counterfeiting online.

05 September 2024

Counterfeit arrests up ten-fold as Europol actions lead to a boom in seizures

Surges in almost all measures show how enforcement bodies’ efforts are succeeding, and highlight the interconnected nature of counterfeiting and organised crime.

04 September 2024

IP Australia updates fees; Ukraine adopts new GI rules; Libya reopens trademark operations – IP office updates

In our latest update, we look at the USPTO's new TTAB filing functionality, the UKIPO issuing updated guidance on Civil Procedure Rules, and more.

04 September 2024

Protecting Middle Earth: how a reshuffled trademark team guards the Lord of the Rings IP portfolio

Recently honoured as WTR’s Entertainment and Media Team of the Year, we take a closer look at elements of Middle-earth Enterprises’ success.

04 September 2024

AI officers, "loose lips" and cross-border licensing: nine takeaways from IPBC Australasia 2024

Brand and IP experts offer nine strategic takeaways for forward-looking protection and commercialisation of IP assets at IPBC Australasia.

04 September 2024

Fanatics’ year of expansion makes for an award-winning brand protection team 

WTR’s Fashion and Apparel Team of the Year is in a strong position to contribute towards continued brand growth at Fanatics.

03 September 2024

Lazada IP protection statistics; Bangkok raids; LeBron James tattoo artist blow – news digest

In our latest round-up, we look at HGF introducing a ‘progressive’ parental leave policy, a Turkish Olympic shooter looking to register his viral pose, and more.

03 September 2024

How PayPal’s award-winning trademark team has embraced crypto

The financial services company’s launch of a cryptocurrency has forced a small trademark team to revolutionise its approach to portfolio management.

02 September 2024

NO FAKES introduced; ASEAN design law treaty; El Salvador’s new IP law – legislation and policy watch (August 2024)

WTR’s monthly column tracks trademark and related policy developments, including the progress of major bills, from around the world.

02 September 2024

Asia-Pacific Trademark 50; adidas, Puma in-house insights; award nominations open; and much more

Everything we covered on WTR over the past seven days, and all you need to know from the world of trademarks to set yourself up for the start of another busy week.

01 September 2024

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