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EUIPO holds first Plenary Meeting of the Advisory Board for Craft and Industrial Geographical Indications
Today, the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) held the first plenary meeting of the Advisory Board for Craft and Industrial Geographical Indications (CIGIs) marking an important milestone in the implementation of the new EU framework for the protection of craft and industrial geographical indications.
MOIP Breaks Ground on Exporting Korea’s Model of IP Administration System to Uzbekistan
The Ministry of Intellectual Property (MOIP), led by Minister KIM Yong-sun, announced that it held a ceremony on January 26, 2026 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan to launch the "Project for Improving the Public Administration Information System for Intellectual Property Rights.” This marks the official commencement of the implementation of a Korean model of IP administration system.
SMEs, benefit from a subsidy for your IP title filings!
The SME Fund, a European subsidy program deployed by the European Commission and the EUIPO, is open for the year 2026. Intended to financially help European SMEs exercise their intellectual property (IP) rights, this year it allows you to Obtain up to €7 reimbursement on your IP title deposits.
Shen Changyu Holds Bilateral Talks with IPOS Chief Executive Tan Kong Hwee
On February 2, Shen Changyu, Commissioner of the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA), held bilateral talks with the visiting Tan Kong Hwee, Chief Executive of the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS). The two sides conducted in-depth exchanges on the latest developments in the field of intellectual property (IP), artificial intelligence and patent examination, as well as bilateral cooperation.
Marking the first year of the Indigenous Knowledge Panel
The Indigenous Knowledge Panel (the Panel) was established in November 2024 to support our work on Indigenous Knowledge within the intellectual property (IP) system.
Key Updates in the 2026 CNIPA Examination Guidelines
In 2026, the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) released a revised version of the Patent Examination Guidelines. While some changes are structural and technical, several updates may directly affect how foreign applicants prepare and file their patent applications in China.
DIY Patents, Pet Peeves and the Hidden Cost of Cutting Corners
“Patents add fuel to the fire of genius.” Abraham Lincoln, the only U.S. president to have received a patent.
Introducing the 2026 DesignEuropa Awards Jury
Twelve experts, eleven countries and one shared vision for European design
ICETO Gelatos inspired by Traditional Maldives Desserts
The Maldives immediately evokes stunning white-sand beaches and luxury holiday resorts. However, a Maldivian start-up also intends to put the country on the global culinary map with innovative artisanal gelatos that links taste and culture. Beyond its unique flavors, ICETO offers tourists a new way to experience the Maldives and its lifestyle.
Public Notice: Misleading & Illegal advertising and solicitation by online service providers
Misleading and Illegal advertising, offering assurance for Trade Marks protection through online registration by various online service providers.
South Africa Implements the 13th Edition of the Nice Classification
South Africa has officially adopted the 13th Edition of the Nice Classification (NCL 13-26) with effect from 1 January 2026, following its implementation by the World Intellectual Property Office on the same date. The Companies and Intellectual Property Commission gave notice to this effect through Practice Note 3 of 2025, published on 9 December 2025, which provides that the updated classification applies to all trade mark specifications from 1 January 2026.
Flipping the Tables: High Court allows Bed Bath ‘N’ Table’s Appeal
The High Court of Australia has unanimously allowed Bed Bath ‘N’ Table Pty Ltd’s (BBNT) appeal in Bed Bath ‘N’ Table Pty Ltd v Global Retail Brands Australia Pty Ltd [2025] HCA 50 (10 December 2025), finding that Global Retail Brands Australia Pty Ltd (GRBA) had contravened s 18(1) of the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) by, in trade or commerce, engaging in conduct that is misleading or deceptive or likely to mislead or deceive.
Copyright: Artworks entering the public domain in 2026
The year 2026 that has just started is significant for several creative works, as they enter the public domain. But what does this transition signify for these works, and how does it impact creators? Let’s explore the implications of public domain status.
Update to trade mark practice guidelines
IPONZ has updated its guidelines about the classification of goods and services.
IP5 PPH Pilot Program Extended
According to a joint decision made by the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA), the European Patent Office (EPO), the Japan Patent Office (JPO), the Ministry of Intellectual Property (MOIP) of the Republic of Korea, and the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the IP5 Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH) pilot program will be extended for another three years, from January 6, 2026 to January 5, 2029. The requirements and procedures for applicants to file PPH requests under the pilot program will remain unchanged.
Results of Survey on Professional and Business Services relating to Intellectual Property Trading/Commercialisation released
The Intellectual Property Department (IPD) announced today (December 31) the results of the Survey on Professional and Business Services relating to Intellectual Property Trading/Commercialisation for 2024, which showed that local manpower with high academic or professional qualifications forms a dynamic and growing talent pool in support of the provision of a variety of professional and business services relating to intellectual property (IP) trading and commercialisation (collectively referred to as IP services). IP services concern the identification, protection, management and commercialisation of IP rights, including trade marks, patents, registered designs, copyright and other rights.
Signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation between HCO and NKUA
On Tuesday, 23 December 2025, a Memorandum of Cooperation was signed between the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) and the Hellenic Copyright Organization (HCO), during a meeting held at the Rectorate offices. The Rector of NKUA, Professor G. Siasos, welcoming the President of the Board of Directors of the HCO, Mr. Panagiotis Tsiris, the acting Director Ms. Maria Daphne Papadopoulou, and the executives of the HCO, emphasized that cooperation with HCO substantially strengthens the educational and research role of NKUA, offering members of the academic community valuable knowledge and expertise in a field of particular importance for science, culture, and innovation, namely copyright law. The signing of the Memorandum was also attended by the Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs, International Relations and Extroversion, Professor Sofia Papaioannou.
China and Czech Republic Extend PPH Pilot Program
The China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) and the Industrial Property Office of the Czech Republic have jointly decided to extend their Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH) pilot program for three years from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2028. The requirements and procedures for submitting PPH requests to both offices remain unchanged.
https://ipkitten.blogspot.com/2025/12/non-reproducible-products-can-be.html
Following G 1/23, products made available to the public are prior art in Europe, even if a skilled person cannot analyse or reproduce the product. The interpretation of G1/23 is clear with respect to novelty. The question becomes whether the product was or was not disclosed before the priority date. The implications of G 1/23 are tricker to predict for inventive step. The decision in T 1719/21 considered whether G 1/23 does or does not permit a non-reproducible product to be the closet prior art in the problem solution approach.
Never Too Late: If you missed the IPKat last week!
Never too late for a festive rewind. As 2025 edged toward its final stretch and the reading season quietly settled in, the IPKat had plenty to keep even the laziest holiday afternoons occupied. If the last week of the year slipped by between slow mornings and end-of-year chaos, here is a timely catch-up before 2025 signs off for good.
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Principle of trademark protection:Principle of trademark protection;
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Classification system of goods and services:Nice Classification; multi-class application is available;
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Requirements for trademark use:The applicant shall provide evidence showing use of the trademark on the designated goods/services. Evidence of use for goods includes but not limited to: product photos printed with trademarks, product packaging, product labels, exhibition pictures, brochures, sales contracts and other purchase documents and information; but advertisements or media reports cannot be used as evidence of effective use. Evidence for services includes but not limited to: the brochures printed with trademarks, web page introductions, contracts for provision of services and other documents.
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An application for trademark registration shall be filed before the U.S. Intellectual Property Office (USTPO), and there must be a basis for filing application in the United States. There are mainly three types:(1)"Intended Use": This basis applies to cases where the trademark has not been used in the United States at the time of filing the application for registration. Based on "intention to use" to file an application for trademark registration, the application can be submitted directly without providing evidence of trademark use. However, when the official passes the trademark examination, an official notice will be issued requesting the applicant to submit evidence of use and the time of first use in the world and the United States in order to obtain a trademark registration certificate. If the trademark has not been used before it is approved for registration, the applicant may postpone the submission of the statement of use for a period of 6 months at a time, for a total of 5 times. If the use evidence cannot be provided in the end, the trademark will be invalid.
(2)"Actual Use": This basis is applicable to the case where the trademark was already used in the United States when the application for registration was submitted. When filing an application for trademark registration on the basis of "already used", evidence of the use of the trademark in the United States and the earliest date of use shall be provided.
(3)"Registration in Other Countries": This basis is used when an application for registration of the same trademark has been submitted in the origin country and the applicant cannot provide mark use evidence in the United States for a short period of time. Application information (including designated goods/services) in the US application should be consistent with those in the application of origin country, and a copy of registration certificate in the origin country should be provided.
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