Category: Intellectual Property Rights

During WIPO 2025, the United Arab Emirates and the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) signed a landmark Patent Cooperation Agreement that could reshape how innovators protect their ideas across borders. Key benefits of the agreement: Recognition of USPTO examination results in the UAE Faster patent grants for US applicants entering the UAE Reduced...

The numbers are in — over 1.5 million design filings were recorded worldwide in 2023, and China alone accounted for more than 50% of them. Design is no longer just about aesthetics — it’s a strategic business asset. From smartphones and furniture to fashion and consumer goods, the way a product looks can be the...

Podcast cover / Exy IP branding / “Innovation & IP Protection” visual In today’s fast-paced, innovation-driven economy, protecting your ideas is no longer optional — it’s essential. That’s why we Exy Intellectual Property joined Caijin’s Open for Business podcast to share practical insights on how SMEs can safeguard their intellectual assets and turn IP into...

Effective August 15, 2025, Ethiopia will become the newest member of the Paris Convention for the Protection of Industrial Property — the world’s most important international IP treaty. Why this matters for businesses and innovators: Stronger rights for foreign applicants in Ethiopia Simplified global filing for patents, trademarks, and designs Better enforcement and priority rights...

The world of patent drafting is undergoing a major transformation.Generic, one-size-fits-all AI tools are giving way to specialized “verticalized AI” — platforms designed specifically for legal workflows and industry-specific needs. From EP-style claim drafting to medtech freedom-to-operate (FTO) reports and even examiner-specific strategies, these tools are built for precision, not just speed. For innovators, this...

Qatar is taking a big step toward modernizing its intellectual property system. The Trademark Office has begun a trial phase introducing: E-Gazette – official trademark publications in digital format Electronic Certificates – issued for certain registered trademarks With these changes, hard copies may no longer be standard for every mark, so it’s crucial for brand...

The Bombay High Court dismissed a PIL claiming PRADA’s sandals infringed the GI rights of Kolhapuri Chappals. Here’s why only registered GI holders can sue—and what it means for protecting cultural heritage. Can a luxury fashion brand use a traditional Indian name or design without permission? That was the heart of a recent public interest...

From Coca-Cola bottles to the torch of the Statue of Liberty, design patents have long protected the visual essence of innovation. Since 1842, U.S. design law has safeguarded the form not function of products that define culture and brand identity. Whether it’s packaging, a character, or a product’s silhouette, design protection is what keeps your...

Big News from EGIPA The Egyptian Intellectual Property Authority (EGIPA) has issued Decision No. 26 of 2025, officially doubling the patent examination fee from EGP 25,000 to EGP 50,000. The revised fee came into effect on June 18, 2025, following publication in the Official Gazette. This significant adjustment reflects a broader shift in Egypt’s IP...

New Patent Filing Alert in Egypt As of June 2025, the Egyptian Intellectual Property Authority (EGIPA) has enforced Decision No. 34 of 2025, introducing a late patent examination fee of EGP 25,000 (approx. USD 503) for requests submitted more than 3 months after the national filing date. This measure is immediately effective and accompanies a...