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The IP Australia Podcast launched
16 March 2026First four episodes deal with important topics for startups and small businesses.
Additional international search options for PCT applicants in Australia
16 March 2026EPO and IPOS added as new options for patent filers.
Denis Kudryavtsev joins Gorodissky & Partners in Moscow
06 March 2026Kudryavtsev noted for his work in litigation and dispute resolution.
Dean Gerakiteys joins Baker McKenzie’s IP practice
06 March 2026Former Clayton Utz lawyer brings team with him.
South Korea rolls out one-month patent review for AI and biotech startups
04 March 2026Startups to benefit from rapid, prioritized IP examination.
New business? Think IP
15 February 2026The best time to start paying attention to IP matters is at the very beginning. — Espie Angelica A. de Leon
Courts now empowered to change the method of calculating compensation
25 February 2026Court removes power from claimant to determine calculation of compensation.
AI and the law firm
25 January 2026How is AI helping lawyers in their legal practice? — Espie Angelica A. de Leon
Sri Lanka launches public online IP search platform
20 February 2026Users can now access national IP records through a centralized digital system.
Philippines leads initiatives under ASEAN IP Rights Roadmap 2026-2030
19 February 2026Philippines drives ASEAN efforts to boost IP commercialization, capacity building and regional cooperation.
Japan hosts official visit by WIPO director general
18 February 2026Daren Tang visits to deepen IP cooperation.
UK landmark ruling reshapes AI patent strategy
12 February 2026UK aligns its approach with European practice.
Foreign-related IP cases grow in China, 2025 report shows
12 February 2026China’s IP Court reports rising cases, foreign involvement and increasing punitive damages.
Mathew Lucas joins Pearce IP as executive patent attorney
10 February 2026Lucas’ appointment strengthens the firm’s life sciences and patent practice.
Law doesn’t punish lawful design-arounds but doesn’t spare passing off, says SG lawyer
06 February 2026Inventor’s passing off claim succeeds in SG door system patent case, infringement allegation rejected